overview

[ˈəʊvəvjuː]

overview Definition

a general summary or a broad outline of a subject or situation.

Using overview: Examples

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

  • Example

    The CEO gave an overview of the company's financial performance.

  • Example

    The book provides an overview of the history of art.

  • Example

    The teacher gave us an overview of the course syllabus on the first day of class.

overview Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for overview

Phrases with overview

  • to obtain a general understanding or impression of something

    Example

    Before diving into the details, it's important to get an overview of the project.

  • to give a general summary or explanation of something

    Example

    The professor provided an overview of the main topics covered in the course.

  • a comprehensive and thorough summary that includes specific information and details

    Example

    The report provides a detailed overview of the company's marketing strategy.

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Summary: overview in Brief

The term 'overview' [ˈəʊvəvjuː] refers to a general summary or broad outline of a subject or situation. It is often used in academic or professional contexts, such as when a CEO gives an overview of a company's financial performance or a teacher provides an overview of a course syllabus. The phrase 'get an overview' means to obtain a general understanding of something, while 'provide an overview' means to give a general summary or explanation of something.

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