seeker
UK: ˈsiːkə | US: ˈsiːkər
n. a person who searches for or tries to find something
n. (spiritual context) one who seeks enlightenment or truth
The word "seeker" combines the Old English verb sēcan (meaning "to seek, search, or pursue") with the agentive suffix -er, which denotes a person performing an action. This structure is common in English (e.g., "teacher," "runner"). The root seek retains its core meaning of active pursuit, while the suffix -er clarifies the subject as the actor. The word's evolution reflects a straightforward compounding of action and agency, typical of Germanic-derived English vocabulary.
The job seeker submitted applications to multiple companies.
Spiritual seekers often travel to remote places for meditation.
The treasure seeker dug tirelessly in the ancient ruins.
She is a lifelong seeker of knowledge and wisdom.
The police are still seekers of the missing evidence.