Questing: meaning, definitions and examples

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questing

 

[ หˆkwษ›stษชล‹ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

searching for something

Questing refers to the act of searching for, pursuing, or exploring something with the intent of discovery. In folklore and fantasy literature, questing often involves characters embarking on significant journeys or missions to obtain a specific goal or artifact. This term is commonly associated with adventure, exploration, and personal growth, often highlighting challenges faced during the journey. It can also imply a sense of purpose and determination in seeking out one's desires or aspirations.

Synonyms

exploring, pursuing, searching, seeking

Examples of usage

  • The heroes were questing for the lost treasure.
  • She spent her summer questing for rare artifacts.
  • The knight began questing to rescue the captured princess.
Context #2 | Noun

a journey or pursuit

Questing can also be described as a journey or undertaking, particularly one that involves exploration or searching for something valuable. In this sense, it conveys a sense of adventure and excitement, often associated with mythical or heroic tales. Questing as a noun highlights the nature of the adventure itself, as well as the purpose behind it, whether it be for knowledge, treasure, or self-discovery.

Synonyms

adventure, expedition, journey, search

Examples of usage

  • Their questing led them to ancient ruins.
  • His questing for knowledge took him around the world.
  • The story revolves around a questing for enlightenment.

Translations

Translations of the word "questing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น missรฃo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค–เฅ‹เคœ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Questing

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pencarian

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะพัˆัƒะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ poszukiwanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฏใ‚จใ‚นใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท quรชte

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ bรบsqueda

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท soruลŸturma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํƒํ—˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงุณุชูƒุดุงู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hledรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hฤพadanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆŽข็ดข

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ iskanje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ leit

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั–ะทะดะตัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒซแƒ˜แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ axtarฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ bรบsqueda

Etymology

The word 'questing' originates from the Middle English term 'queste', which in turn derives from the Latin 'quaestio', meaning 'a seeking, inquiry, or question'. This Latin word comes from the verb 'quaerere', meaning 'to seek or ask'. The evolution of 'quest' into 'questing' reflects both the act of searching and the journey associated with it, particularly in literary contexts. Throughout history, questing has been a prominent theme in folklore and epic tales, where protagonists embark on significant journeys in search of mythical objects or wisdom. The term has been increasingly adopted in modern fantasy literature, video games, and role-playing games, signifying an engaging adventure typically driven by a quest narrative. It captures the imagination and reflects humanity's instinct to explore and seek out meaning beyond the ordinary.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,226 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.