Pursuance/pərˈsuːəns/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Action-Oriented Emphasizes the process of striving towards a goal or objective. His pursuance of excellence in his craft was admirable. Pro Tip 2/3Goal Specific Used with goals that are often personal, like knowledge or dreams. In pursuance of her dreams, she moved to a new city. Pro Tip 3/3Continuous Effort Suggests ongoing effort, not a one-time attempt. He was in continuous pursuance of improving his skills.