What does QUEST mean?

Parts of Speech

Quest is a noun and a verb.

Definitions

• As a noun, quest means a long or arduous search for something. It can also refer to a persons pursuit of a goal or ambition.
• As a verb, quest means to search for something in a determined and often adventurous way.

Pronunciations

• US: /kwɛst/
• UK: /kwɛst/

Origin and Usage

The word quest comes from the Old French word "queste," meaning search or pursuit. It has been in use in English since the 14th century. Quest is often used in literature and storytelling to describe a characters journey or search for something important.

Synonyms

• Search
• Expedition
• Mission
• Journey
• Pursuit

Related Words

• Guest
• Quiet
• Quell
• Quick
• Quilt

Example Sentences

• He embarked on a quest to find the lost city of Atlantis.
• The knight went on a quest to rescue the princess from the dragons lair.
• She is on a quest to find the perfect cup of coffee.
• They spent years on a quest for the ultimate recipe for apple pie.
• The team is on a quest to win the championship for the third year in a row.