word
Sought
Sawt
/ˈsɔːt/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
sought
Dictionary meaning
Being searched for.
Examples
- The most sought-after item was the silver candelabrum.
- The long sought relatives.
Synonyms: sought-after
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