Quest

Definition

Quest typically refers to a long or arduous search for something.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /kwɛst/
• Respelling: KWEST (with "KW" as in "quilt," "E" as in "bet," and "ST" as in "best")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /kwɛst/
• Respelling: KWEST (similar to American English, with "KW" as in "quilt," "E" as in "bet," and "ST" as in "best")

In both dialects, "quest" is pronounced with a single syllable, "KWEST." The pronunciation remains consistent across both American and British English, clearly articulating the word with a focus on the initial "KW" sound.

Etymology

The word "quest" comes from the Old French "queste", which means "search, quest, chase, hunt, pursuit", directly from the Latin "quaerere" which means "seek, look for, ask".

Derivatives

• Quester
• Questing
• Quested
• Inquest
• Request

Synonyms

• Journey
• Search
• Expedition

Antonyms

• Find
• Arrival
• Termination

Usage

The term "quest" often carries a sense of adventure or a spiritual journey. It's commonly used in literature to refer to a protagonist's journey or search, especially when faced with challenges.

Related Terms

• Odyssey
• Trek
• Crusade

Detailed Definition

Noun

• A long or arduous search for something.
• Example: The prince embarked on a quest to find the lost city of gold.

• A journey or expedition undertaken to achieve a specific task or obtain a certain object.
• Example: The scientist's quest for knowledge led him to remote parts of the world.

• A mission or task given to someone as part of a game or literary work.
• Example: The main character was given a quest to save the kingdom from a dragon.

Verb

• To search or seek for something.
• Example: Many adventurers have quested for the Holy Grail over the centuries.

• To go on a journey or expedition.
• Example: They quested through the forest, facing numerous challenges along the way.