Definition

A person or thing that looks for or tries to find something.

Example

She is a seeker of knowledge and always asks questions.

Conversation

I met someone interesting at the seminar yesterday.

Oh really? What did they do?

They called themselves a seeker of knowledge and always look for new ideas.

That sounds fascinating! I love meeting people who are so passionate.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Seeker → It is formed from "seek" (from Old English *sēcan*, meaning to search for or look for) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A seeker is a person who searches or looks for something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'looking for' something — 'seek' means to search, and '-er' indicates a person. This helps you remember that a seeker is someone who is searching.

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