1
as in demanding
to ask for (something) earnestly or with authority
I respectfully quest your assistance in this matter
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in pursuing
to go in search of
many daydreamers trekked to California questing riches during the great gold rush of 1849
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in seeking
to make a request for
please wait until the lecturer specifically quests comments from the audience before chiming in
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of questing
Thibs, as he is called, is a lovable grump and an enjoyable sideline presence who had a knack for wringing great, gritty performances out of his team of questing try-hards.
—
Vinson Cunningham,
New Yorker,
2 June 2026
Chicago police are questing a person of interest in connection with the fatal shooting of Loyola University student Sheridan Gorman.
—
Elyssa Kaufman,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
But that is no reason to let the questing spirit atrophy.
—
Tom Vanderbilt,
Outside,
29 Dec. 2025
Who else out there is giving us space-whale politics, mystical mycelial networks, and children questing to witness the face of God?
—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
17 Dec. 2025
Wishing you week of hardly working, mostly questing.
—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
26 Sep. 2025
Vinson Cunningham,
New Yorker,
2 June 2026
Chicago police are questing a person of interest in connection with the fatal shooting of Loyola University student Sheridan Gorman.
—
Elyssa Kaufman,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
But that is no reason to let the questing spirit atrophy.
—
Tom Vanderbilt,
Outside,
29 Dec. 2025
Who else out there is giving us space-whale politics, mystical mycelial networks, and children questing to witness the face of God?
—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
17 Dec. 2025
Wishing you week of hardly working, mostly questing.
—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
26 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for questing
Verb
-
In that way, a commitment to physical fitness and its various metrics offers leaders greater tolerance for the demanding responsibilities of the role.
-
Does that mean Rob Manfred is specifically demanding that drag be reduced?
Verb
-
While future modeling gigs are up in the air, the brothers said that their priority is pursuing music.
-
Rather than pursuing one clear objective, Mars has the strength, energy and mental capacity to entertain several ideas, conversations and conflicts simultaneously when transiting this Air sign.
Verb
-
Fox News Digital has reached out to the Justice Department seeking clarification about an apparent discrepancy in its announcement regarding the age of one of the alleged trafficking victims and will update this story if a response is received.
-
In partnership with Fuente Learning Center, Breathe Southern California distributed free air purifiers to families seeking at least one layer of protection in their homes.
Verb
-
Those decisions on what to review next in the Second Amendment space come after the high court struck down on June 25 a Hawaii law requiring gun owners to get permission before bringing guns into stores or other private property open to the public.
-
The findings suggest that requiring face mask use in public could help in mitigating the spread of COVID-19.
Verb
-
Other signs of scam communications include requesting money or sensitive information, threatening legal action or arrest or pressuring the victim to take immediate action, a Microsoft spokesperson told the Herald.
-
According to the lawsuit, Perdue sent a cease-and-desist letter to Soules on June 9, requesting that the company stopped using the packaging featuring the nuggets and hand gesture.
Verb
-
In Cañon City, Colorado, authorities are aiming for a 20% to 30% reduction in water use while asking residents to voluntarily conserve outdoor water consumption.
-
In 1995, the Atlanta Track Club began seeking design submissions and asking the public to select their favorite.
Verb
-
Despite his recent struggles, Soriano has been the subject of trade deadline speculation, with the Angels reportedly not wanting to move him and other young players.
-
Although some might interpret this decision as Swift wanting to make her wedding a public spectacle after all, insiders insist that’s not the case.
Verb
-
The deadline to apply for a $50 million settlement from The Walt Disney Company, linked to a class action case claiming the company helped drive up subscription prices for streaming platforms, is approaching.
-
Jackson beat out fellow finalists Roch Cholowsky (UCLA) and Landon Hairston (Arizona State), to become the second Georgia player to win the award in three seasons, with Charlie Condon claiming it in 2024.
Cite this Entry
“Questing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/questing. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
