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overlooked

[ˌəʊvəˈlʊkt]

overlooked Definition

  • 1failed to notice or consider something
  • 2to ignore or neglect something intentionally or unintentionally

Using overlooked: Examples

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

  • Example

    She overlooked the typos in her report.

  • Example

    The manager overlooked the employee's mistake.

  • Example

    The importance of exercise is often overlooked.

  • Example

    He was overlooked for the promotion.

overlooked Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for overlooked

Antonyms for overlooked

Phrases with overlooked

  • overlooked something/someone

    to fail to notice or consider something or someone

    Example

    I'm sorry, I overlooked your email.

  • to fail to notice or correct a mistake

    Example

    The editor overlooked a mistake in the article.

  • to fail to notice or consider something that is very clear or obvious

    Example

    The detective overlooked the obvious clue.

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Summary: overlooked in Brief

The verb 'overlooked' [ˌəʊvəˈlʊkt] means to fail to notice or consider something or someone, either intentionally or unintentionally. It is often used to describe mistakes or important details that were missed, as in 'She overlooked the typos in her report.' 'Overlooked' can also be used to describe being passed over for an opportunity, as in 'He was overlooked for the promotion.'