Search after Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To look for or try to find something or someone, especially something that is not easy to get or discover.
Usage & Nuances
Formal and literary—rarely used in casual conversation. Common in literature or historical texts meaning to seek, often with a sense of pursuit. Do not confuse with 'search for', which is the everyday modern phrase.
Example Sentences
They search after lost treasures in the old castle.
basic
The scientist searches after the truth about the universe.
basic
Many people search after happiness all their lives.
basic
For years, poets have searched after the perfect words to describe love.
natural
No matter how hard you search after meaning, some answers remain hidden.
natural
In old stories, heroes often search after legendary objects to prove their worth.
natural