Persued vs. Pursued: What's the Difference?
Edited by Sumera Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Updated on October 28, 2023
"Persued" is a misspelling, whereas "Pursued" is correct, meaning to follow or chase persistently.
Which is correct: Persued or Pursued
How to spell Pursued?
Persued is Incorrect
Pursued is Correct
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Key Differences
Remember, "u" comes before "e" in "pursue," and "pursued" just adds a "d" at the end.
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Oct 27, 2023
Think of the phrase, "You pursue (u before e) your dreams."
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Oct 27, 2023
The word "pursue" contains the word "sue." In "pursued," you've already "sued," so it's in the past.
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Oct 27, 2023
Associate the correct sequence with a common word, "true," which also has the "u" before "e."
Aimie Carlson
Oct 27, 2023
Visualize a chase, with the "u" chasing the "e" in "pursue," and catching it in "pursued."
Janet White
Oct 27, 2023
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Persued and Pursued Definitions
Pursued
"Pursued" means followed or chased, typically to catch or harm;
The police pursued the suspect through the city.
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Oct 18, 2023
Pursued
"Pursued" also implies continuing or carrying on a course of action;
He pursued his studies despite challenges.
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Oct 18, 2023
Pursued
It means being involved in, or engaging in consistently;
Pursued by bad luck, he hoped for a change.
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Oct 18, 2023
Pursued
"Pursued" can mean being haunted or disturbed persistently;
She was pursued by feelings of guilt.
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Pursued
It can mean striving for or seeking to attain;
She pursued her dreams of becoming a doctor.
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Pursued
To follow in an effort to overtake or capture; chase
A fox that was pursued by hounds.
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Pursued
To proceed along the course of; follow
A ship that pursued the southern course.
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Pursued
To take action regarding (something), especially with the intention of sustained effort
A detective who pursued each lead.
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Pursued
To try to have a romantic relationship with
A lady who was pursued by many suitors.
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Pursued
To continue to torment or afflict; haunt
Was pursued by the demons of lust and greed.
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Pursued
To take action regarding something or carry on an established activity or project.
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Pursued
A person who is being chased;
The film jumped back and forth from the pursuer to the pursued
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Pursued
Followed with enmity as if to harm;
Running and leaping like a herd of pursued antelopes
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FAQs
What is the verb form of Pursued?
"Pursued" is the past participle verb form.
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Oct 27, 2023
Why is it called Pursued?
It's called "pursued" as it's the past participle of "pursue," meaning something that was followed or sought after.
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Oct 27, 2023
Which vowel is used before Pursued?
The vowel "u" is used before "e" in "pursued."
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Oct 27, 2023
Which conjunction is used with Pursued?
Standard conjunctions like "and" or "but" can be used with "pursued."
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Oct 27, 2023
Which preposition is used with Pursued?
Prepositions like "by" or "through" can be used with "pursued."
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Oct 27, 2023
Which article is used with Pursued?
As a verb, "pursued" doesn't typically require an article.
Janet White
Oct 27, 2023
What is the singular form of Pursued?
"Pursued" is a verb and doesn't have a singular form.
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Oct 27, 2023
Is Pursued a noun or adjective?
"Pursued" is a verb (past participle of "pursue").
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Oct 27, 2023
What is the plural form of Pursued?
As a verb, "pursued" doesn't have a plural form.
Aimie Carlson
Oct 27, 2023
What is a stressed syllable in Pursued?
The second syllable "-sued" is stressed.
Sara Rehman
Oct 27, 2023
Is Pursued a negative or positive word?
"Pursued" is neutral; context determines its positivity or negativity.
Harlon Moss
Oct 27, 2023
Is Pursued a vowel or consonant?
"Pursued" is a word that contains both vowels and consonants.
Sara Rehman
Oct 27, 2023
Which determiner is used with Pursued?
As a verb, "pursued" doesn't require a determiner.
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Oct 27, 2023
How is Pursued used in a sentence?
"The detective pursued the case for years, determined to solve it."
Janet White
Oct 27, 2023
Is the Pursued term a metaphor?
"Pursued" can be used metaphorically when describing non-physical pursuits or concepts.
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Oct 27, 2023
Is the word Pursued imperative?
No, "pursued" is not in the imperative form; it's past participle.
Janet White
Oct 27, 2023
What is another term for Pursued?
Another term could be "chased" or "followed."
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Oct 27, 2023
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Sumera SaeedSumera is an experienced content writer and editor with a niche in comparative analysis. At Diffeence Wiki, she crafts clear and unbiased comparisons to guide readers in making informed decisions. With a dedication to thorough research and quality, Sumera's work stands out in the digital realm. Off the clock, she enjoys reading and exploring diverse cultures.
