quest - Meaning in Hindi

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quest - Meaning in Hindi

quest Word Forms & Inflections

Definitions and Meaning of quest in English

quest noun

1. the act of searching for something

   Synonyms

   seeking

   Example

   • "a quest for diamonds"
2. a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria

   Synonyms

   pursuance, pursuance, pursuit

   Examples

   • "a quest for wealth"
   • "life is more than the pursuance of fame"
   • "the pursuit of love"

quest verb

1. express the need or desire for

   Synonyms

   ask for, bespeak, call for, request

   Examples

   • "She called for room service"
   • "She requested an extra bed in her room"
   • "when you call, always ask for Mary"
2. seek alms, as for religious purposes
3. bark with prolonged noises, of dogs

   Synonyms

   bay, bay

4. search the trail of (game)

   Example

   • "The dog went off and quested"
5. make a search (for)

   Examples

   • "The animal came questing through the forest"
   • "Things that die with their eyes open and questing"

Synonyms of quest

• seeking
• pursuance, pursuit
• ask for, bespeak, call for, request
• bay

Description

A quest is a journey toward a specific mission or a goal. It serves as a plot device in mythology and fiction: a difficult journey towards a goal, often symbolic or allegorical. Tales of quests figure prominently in the folklore of every nation and ethnic culture. In literature, the object of a quest requires great exertion on the part of the hero, who must overcome many obstacles, typically including much travel. The aspect of travel allows the storyteller to showcase exotic locations and cultures. The object of a quest may also have supernatural properties, often leading the protagonist into other worlds and dimensions. The moral of a quest tale often centers on the changed character of the hero.

Also see "Quest" on Wikipedia

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