look (Meaning)
look (n)
the feelings expressed on a person's face
the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually
physical appearance
the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people
look (v)
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
have a certain outward or facial expression
search or seek
be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to
take charge of or deal with
convey by one's expression
look forward to the probable occurrence of
accord in appearance with
have faith or confidence in
look (v. i.)
To direct the eyes for the purpose of seeing something; to direct the eyes toward an object; to observe with the eyes while keeping them directed; -- with various prepositions, often in a special or figurative sense. See Phrases below.
To direct the attention (to something); to consider; to examine; as, to look at an action.
To seem; to appear; to have a particular appearance; as, the patient looks better; the clouds look rainy.
To have a particular direction or situation; to face; to front.
In the imperative: see; behold; take notice; take care; observe; -- used to call attention.
To show one's self in looking, as by leaning out of a window; as, look out of the window while I speak to you. Sometimes used figuratively.
To await the appearance of anything; to expect; to anticipate.
look (v. t.)
To look at; to turn the eyes toward.
To seek; to search for.
To expect.
To influence, overawe, or subdue by looks or presence as, to look down opposition.
To express or manifest by a look.
look (n.)
The act of looking; a glance; a sight; a view; -- often in certain phrases; as, to have, get, take, throw, or cast, a look.
Expression of the eyes and face; manner; as, a proud or defiant look.
Hence; Appearance; aspect; as, the house has a gloomy look; the affair has a bad look.
Synonyms & Antonyms of look
look Sentence Examples
- The child looked up at the towering tree, its branches reaching towards the sky.
- She took a good look at the painting, admiring its vibrant colors and intricate details.
- The salesperson gave the customer a friendly look as they entered the store.
- The old man's eyes held a distant look, as if he was lost in memories.
- The dog gave its owner a pleading look, hoping for a walk.
- The teacher looked sternly at the students who were talking out of turn.
- The mother looked worriedly at her sick child, hoping they would recover soon.
- The traveler looked out the window of the train, the passing scenery fascinating them.
- The bride looked radiant in her white dress, her eyes shining with happiness.
- The artist took a last look at his finished painting, feeling satisfied with his work.
FAQs About the word look
the feelings expressed on a person's face, the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually, physical appearance, the general atmospher
seem, feel, sound, act,appear, make, come off (as), pretend, suggest, resemble
restrict, restrict, suppress,suppress, restrain,restrain, stifle, stifle,censor, censor
The child looked up at the towering tree, its branches reaching towards the sky.
She took a good look at the painting, admiring its vibrant colors and intricate details.
The salesperson gave the customer a friendly look as they entered the store.
The old man's eyes held a distant look, as if he was lost in memories.
