Definitions
n. a long, determined search for something valuable or important
探索；追求
v. search persistently for something difficult to find
探寻；追寻
Example
Our quest for fresh bread led us across town.
为了找到新鲜面包，我们一路穿过了小镇。
The quest for cleaner energy has encouraged governments to invest heavily in new storage technologies.
对更清洁能源的追求促使各国政府大力投资新型储能技术。
Collocations
- a quest for knowledge
- in quest of
- embark on a quest
Synonyms
- search
- pursuit
Usage tip
常用名词结构a quest for；动词用法较文学化。
FAQ
- What does quest mean?
- a long, determined search for something valuable or important search persistently for something difficult to find
- How is quest pronounced?
- UK /kwest/, US /kwest/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
