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quested

 

[ kwɛstɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past tense

The word 'quested' is the simple past tense of the verb 'quest.' It refers to the act of seeking or searching for something, often used in the context of a journey or adventure in pursuit of a particular goal.

Synonyms

pursued, searched, sought

Examples of usage

  • He quested for the lost treasure.
  • The knights quested across the land.
  • She quested for knowledge throughout her life.

Translations

Translations of the word "quested" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pedido

🇮🇳 अनुरोध किया गया

🇩🇪 angefragt

🇮🇩 diminta

🇺🇦 запитаний

🇵🇱 złożony

🇯🇵 要求された

🇫🇷 demandé

🇪🇸 solicitado

🇹🇷 talep edilen

🇰🇷 요청된

🇸🇦 مطالب

🇨🇿 požadovaný

🇸🇰 požadovaný

🇨🇳 请求的

🇸🇮 zahtevan

🇮🇸 beðið

🇰🇿 сұралған

🇬🇪 მოთხოვნილი

🇦🇿 soruşulmuş

🇲🇽 solicitado

Word origin

The term 'quested' derives from the Middle English word 'questen,' which is rooted in the Old French 'queste' and ultimately comes from the Latin 'quaerere,' meaning 'to seek or ask.' The evolution of the word reflects its connection to journeys of discovery and adventure, often associated with heroic tales and mythology. In medieval literature, quests were often undertaken by knights or heroes in search of something noble, such as a sacred object or a profound truth. Over time, the use of 'quest' and its derivatives have expanded into various contexts, including personal development and exploration in both physical and metaphorical senses. The word captures a spirit of exploration and the pursuit of goals, making it a fitting expression in various narratives and endeavors.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,513 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.