overlook

[ˌəʊvəˈlʊk]

overlook Definition

• 1. to fail to notice or consider something or someone
• 2. to have a view of something from above
• 3. to forgive or excuse someone's mistake or bad behavior

Using overlook: Examples

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

• Example

  I think you've overlooked one important fact.

• Example

  The hotel room overlooked the sea.

• Example

  I'm willing to overlook your mistake this time.

• Example

  He was overlooked for promotion again.

overlook Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for overlook

• ignore
• neglect
• disregard
• miss
• pass over

Antonyms for overlook

• notice
• heed
• consider

Idioms Using overlook

• a room with a view

  a room, especially in a hotel, that has a good view

  Example

  We booked a room with a view of the mountains.

• turn a blind eye (to something)

  to ignore something that you know is wrong or illegal

  Example

  The authorities turned a blind eye to the illegal activities.

• let something/someone slide

  to ignore or neglect something or someone

  Example

  I've been letting my exercise routine slide lately.

Phrases with overlook

• overlook something/someone's faults

  to ignore or forgive someone's mistakes or bad qualities

  Example

  She's always been able to overlook his faults.

• overlook the obvious

  to fail to notice something that is very clear or easy to see

  Example

  I can't believe I overlooked the obvious solution.

• overlook a deadline

  to fail to meet a deadline

  Example

  If we overlook the deadline, we'll lose the contract.

Origins of overlook

from Middle English 'overloken', meaning 'to look over'

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Summary: overlook in Brief

'Overlook' [ˌəʊvəˈlʊk] means to fail to notice or consider something or someone, to have a view of something from above, or to forgive or excuse someone's mistake or bad behavior. It can be used in phrases like 'overlook something/someone's faults,' and idioms like 'turn a blind eye (to something).'