Pronunciation: /ˈoʊvərˌlʊk/

Definitions of overlook

noun a place where one has a view from above

Example Sentences

A1 The overlook provided a beautiful view of the city below.

A2 The tourist guide pointed out the historical overlook during the tour.

B1 The hotel room had a balcony with a stunning overlook of the ocean.

B2 The hiking trail led to an overlook where you could see for miles.

C1 The architect designed the building with an overlook on the top floor for panoramic views.

C2 The restaurant had a rooftop overlook that was perfect for watching the sunset.

verb to fail to notice or consider something

Example Sentences

A1 I often overlook my keys and end up searching for them everywhere.

A2 It's easy to overlook small details when you're in a hurry.

B1 The manager tends to overlook minor mistakes made by the employees.

B2 It's important not to overlook any potential risks when making investment decisions.

C1 As a project manager, you cannot afford to overlook any critical issues that may arise.

C2 The detective's keen eye for detail allowed him to overlook nothing in his investigation.

Examples of overlook in a Sentence

formal It is important not to overlook any details when conducting a thorough investigation.

informal Don't overlook the small print in the contract before signing it.

slang I can't believe you overlooked that juicy piece of gossip!

figurative Sometimes we tend to overlook the beauty in simplicity.

Grammatical Forms of overlook

past tense

overlooked

plural

overlooks

comparative

more overlooked

superlative

most overlooked

present tense

overlooks

future tense

will overlook

perfect tense

have overlooked

continuous tense

is overlooking

singular

overlook

positive degree

overlook

infinitive

to overlook

gerund

overlooking

participle

overlooked

Origin and Evolution of overlook

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Old English
Story behind the word: The word 'overlook' originated from the Old English word 'ofersēon' which means to look over or beyond.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'overlook' has evolved to also mean to fail to notice or consider something, in addition to its original meaning of looking over or beyond something.