looking

[ˈlʊkɪŋ]

looking Definition

• 1. directing one's gaze in a particular direction
• 2. having a specified appearance or aspect

Using looking: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "looking" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She was looking at the beautiful sunset.

• Example

  He is looking for his lost keys.

• Example

  The new car is looking great.

• Example

  The situation is looking grim.

looking Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for looking

• watching
• observing
• viewing
• seeing
• examining

Antonyms for looking

• ignoring
• neglecting

Idioms Using looking

• keep a lookout

  to watch carefully for something

  Example

  Keep a lookout for any suspicious activity.

• look someone in the eye

  to look directly at someone without fear or shame

  Example

  If you're telling the truth, you should be able to look me in the eye.

• look down on

  to think that someone or something is inferior or not worthy of respect

  Example

  He looks down on people who don't have a college degree.

Phrases with looking

• good-looking

  physically attractive

  Example

  She is very good-looking.

• forward-looking

  planning for and thinking about the future

  Example

  The company has a forward-looking strategy.

• well-looking

  in good health and condition

  Example

  The doctor said that he is well-looking.

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Summary: looking in Brief

The term 'looking' [ˈlʊkɪŋ] refers to directing one's gaze in a particular direction or having a specified appearance or aspect. It can be used to describe physical appearances such as 'good-looking,' or future-oriented planning such as 'forward-looking.' Idioms like 'keep a lookout' and 'look someone in the eye' are also common. 'Looking' can be formalized as 'observing' or 'viewing,' or informally as 'checking out' or 'scoping.'