1. a person who chases or follows someone or something
2. a person who seeks to achieve or obtain something with determination
3. a person who courts or seeks a romantic relationship with someone
Usage: somewhat formal

Examples

• The thief ran through the alley with his pursuer close behind.
• Police identified the pursuer as a suspect in the stalking case.
• She was a relentless pursuer of justice throughout her legal career.
• As a pursuer of knowledge, he spent hours in the library every day.
• The young man was her most persistent pursuer at the dance.
• Her pursuer sent flowers every week despite her lack of interest.
• The detective became the pursuer in a dangerous game of cat and mouse.