Definition of overlook

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  • overlook is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 15
  • overlook is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 15
  • overlook is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 17

Definition of overlook

  • look down on (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. command
    2. dominate
    3. overtop
  • be oriented in a certain direction (verb)

    Examples

    1. The apartment overlooks the Hudson

    Synonyms

    1. look across
    2. look out on
    3. look out over
  • leave undone or leave out (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. drop
    2. leave out
    3. miss
    4. neglect
    5. omit
    6. overleap
    7. pretermit
  • a high place affording a good view (noun)
  • look past, fail to notice (verb)
  • watch over (verb)

    Examples

    1. I am overlooking her work

See definition of overlook in Merriam Webster