Pursue vs. Persue
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Difference Between Pursue and Persue
Pursueverb
To follow with harmful intent; to try to harm, to persecute, torment.
Persueverb
obsolete form of pursue
Pursueverb
(transitive) To follow urgently, originally with intent to capture or harm; to chase.
Pursueverb
(transitive) To follow, travel down (a particular way, course of action etc.).
Her rival pursued a quite different course.Pursueverb
(transitive) To aim for, go after (a specified objective, situation etc.).
Pursueverb
(transitive) To participate in (an activity, business etc.); to practise, follow (a profession).
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Pursueverb
carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in;
She pursued many activitiesThey engaged in a discussionPursueverb
follow in or as if in pursuit;
The police car pursued the suspected attackerHer bad deed followed her and haunted her dreams all her lifePursueverb
go in search of or hunt for;
pursue a hobbyPursueverb
carry further or advance;
Can you act on this matter soon?
