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Synonyms & Similar Words
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wanted
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Meaning of Sought-After
The primary meaning of "sought-after" is something or someone that is highly desired or in great demand.
Definitions
- Describes something or someone that is highly desired or in great demand, often due to its rarity, quality, or uniqueness.
- * Can also refer to a person who is highly skilled or talented and therefore in high demand.
Etymology of Sought-After
The word "sought-after" is a combination of the past tense of "seek" (sought) and the preposition "after", indicating something that has been pursued or desired.
The term has its roots in Old English and Middle English, where "seek" originated from the Old English word "sēcan", which meant "to seek" or "to pursue".
Historically, the phrase has been used to describe people, objects, or experiences that are highly coveted or prized.
Example Uses
- The sought-after artist's paintings were sold for millions at the auction.
- * She's a sought-after speaker on the topic of artificial intelligence.
- * The new restaurant is very sought-after, so we need to make a reservation well in advance.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
unwanted
undesired
unpopular
unfashionable
unattractive
unappealing
disliked
disliked
hated
despised
rejected
refused
declined
unwanted
unneeded
unnecessary
unimportant
low-priority
disliked
disapproved
disdained
scorned
shunned
avoided
ignored
neglected
overlooked
disregarded
unregarded
unvalued
unappreciated