Meaning of seek In English

• 0 to try to find or get something, especially something that is not a physical object:

  • "Are you actively seeking jobs?" she asked.

  • Hundreds of dissidents are seeking refuge/asylum in the US embassy.

  • Legal advice should be sought before you take any further action.

• 1 to try or attempt:

  • They sought to reassure the public.

• 2 to search for something or try to find or obtain something:

  • She is actively seeking work.

  • The government is seeking ways to reduce the cost of health care.

  • They suggested she seek advice from the legal department.

• 3 to try or attempt:

  • They sought to reassure people that their homes would be safe from the flood.

• 4 to try to find or get something:

  • seek advice/help

  • seek to do sth The investment objective of the fund is to seek to achieve long-term growth.

  • The unemployment rate among disabled people seeking work stands at 19%.