Definition of Overlook
Overlook
o·ver·look
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to miss something or someone, or to fail to notice it/them;
e.g. I was concerned that he would overlook some important detail.
(verb)
to disregard or ignore something or someone, especially an offense or flaw;
e.g. She is willing to overlook your mistake if you take the required steps to ensure it doesn't happen again.
(verb)
to look down on something from above, or to offer a view of something;
e.g. The windows on this side of the house overlook the ocean.
(verb)
to oversee or supervise something, in order to ensure that it is done correctly;
e.g. He was appointed to overlook the execution of the task.
(noun)
a place that offers a commanding view of the scene below;
e.g. From the overlook at the top of the tower, they could see the whole city below them.
Similar Words
Opposite Words
Related Words
Comments
