Synonyms for overlook

Synonyms for (noun) overlook

Synonyms: overlook

Definition: a high place affording a good view

Similar words: topographic point, spot, place

Definition: a point located with respect to surface features of some region

Usage: this is a nice place for a picnic; a bright spot on a planet


Synonyms for (verb) overlook

Synonyms: overlook

Definition: watch over

Usage: I am overlooking her work

Similar words: survey

Definition: look over carefully or inspect

Usage: He surveyed his new classmates


Synonyms: overlook

Definition: look past, fail to notice

Similar words: miss, lose

Definition: fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

Usage: I missed that remark; She missed his point; We lost part of what he said


Synonyms: dominate, overlook, overtop, command

Definition: look down on

Usage: The villa dominates the town

Similar words: lie

Definition: be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position


Synonyms: look across, look out on, look out over, overlook

Definition: be oriented in a certain direction

Usage: The house looks out on a tennis court; The apartment overlooks the Hudson

Similar words: lie

Definition: be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position


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