sought
31
3.9
- adjective
- /sɔt/
- The ingredients for the recipe are often sought after by gourmet chefs.
Examples
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This rare book is highly sought by collectors for its unique illustrations.
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Then when the long sought occasion comes, let him be up and doing.
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But ultimately the decision is over sought by human beings.
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Look again, peace is sought but peace cannot be used to silence.
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Research Professional Sought
Academic text (2001) -
They know, Emily, that Carville sought shows, they know.
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Relief Sought
Blog text (28) -
YOU KNOW THAT YOUR LIFE IS SOUGHT-AFTER, AND THAT I HAVE PROVIDED MEN TO SAFEGUARD YOUR PERSON.
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After years of hard work, she finally achieved the sought promotion in her company.
Synonyms
156
4.2
Wanted very much and hoped for
97
2.5
Something that people want very much
86
1.0
A person or thing many people are looking for
65
5.5
A thing people want and hope for after many years
52
2.9
Wanted by many people
48
4.4
Wanted by many people because it is rare or special
30
4.1
Wanted by many people
12
4.1
Wanted by many people and hard to find
1
3.9
Having a very strong desire for something
1
6.1
Wanted by many people because it looks attractive or is valuable
Antonyms
Compounds
How Desired
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word sought comes from the verb seek, which means 'to look for'. So, something that is sought is wanted or looked for by many people.