MEANING
A sustained search or undertaking directed toward an important goal, often involving trials.
Use it for
purposeful journeys; difficult searches; long goals shaping characterGive a journey an objective that can evolve under pressure.
Words that belong together
- embark on a quest
- quest for knowledge
- complete a quest
On the page
Her quest began with a missing book, not a royal command.
He abandoned the quest after learning who would profit from its success.
The companions disagreed about when their quest had truly ended.
Nearby words
Related words
Word forms
- Base
- quest
Usage notes
Primary category: fantasy. More purposeful and consequential than an errand; magic is not required, though fantasy frequently gives quests mythical stakes. Noun: quest; plural quests.
Practice this word in a sentenceYour margin notes
Keep a thought for later. Sign in to save privately.