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PURSUITS

(noun)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Pursuits.

Pursuits - as a noun

The act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture

Example: "The culprit started to run and the cop took off in pursuit"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chasefollowingpursual
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
motionmovemovement
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria

Example: "The pursuit of love"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pursuancequest
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
search
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An auxiliary activity

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
avocationby-linehobbysidelinespare-time activity
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
interestpastimepursuit
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)

Example: "Sailing is her favorite pastime"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
interestpastime
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
diversionrecreation
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He dedicated his life to artistic pursuits."
"Her career in finance was just one of her many pursuits."
"He excelled in both academic and athletic pursuits."
"She abandoned her artistic pursuits and pursued a career in law."
"The government should support scientific pursuits and research."
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Word Game Points

Is PURSUITS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pursuits is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PURSUITS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is PURSUITS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pursuits is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PURSUITS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is PURSUITS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pursuits is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PURSUITS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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