seeker

/ˈsiːkər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who seeks something, especially a person or thing of a particular kind.

“The artist was a seeker of new and innovative techniques to express herself.”

2. noun

A device that seeks out and detects something, such as a radio wave or a signal.

“The satellite was equipped with a seeker to locate and track the target’s signal.”

3. noun

A person who is spiritually seeking or searching for enlightenment, often in the context of mysticism or spiritual practices.

“The seeker of truth spent years studying various spiritual traditions to find the answer to life’s mysteries.”

Synonyms

  • inquirer
  • pursuer
  • searcher

Antonyms

  • avoider
  • eluder