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look

look

∞ 1.0
A short action of turning the eyes to see something
  • noun
  • /lʊk/
: vistazo
  • So let's take a quick look inside.
  • take a look
  • a closer look
  • a brief look

Examples

Synonyms

looking
vslook
39 1.0

The act of using your eyes to check something carefully

is the general noun for turning eyes to see someone
view
vslook
29 1.2

An act of looking carefully at something

is more general and means simply turning eyes to see
side-glance
vslook
1 4.6

A quick look to the side that shows a feeling or intention

is the general act of turning eyes to see not a quick side glance
regard
vslook
1 3.5

A long, careful look at someone or something

is the brief act of turning eyes to see rather than a long gaze
side-look
vslook
1 5.5

A quick glance to the side that shows a feeling or meaning

is the broader action of turning eyes to see rather than a sideways glance

Idioms

look here
  • Informal
138 6.9

To get a person's attention before saying something important or angry

37 3.7

Try to find something positive in a bad situation

To put your own needs before other people's

To accept a free gift without complaining and say thank you

A humorous remark to greet someone who arrives unexpectedly or looking messy

Seem very attractive and stylish

Think carefully about possible risks before you act

Appear younger than the given age

1 3.9

To search everywhere for something that is lost

1 7.5

Focus on the bad parts of a situation and expect the worst

1 8.5

To appear old-fashioned and messy in your clothes

1 8.5

To have a large, round face and a big mustache like a walrus

1 9.8

To look very ugly and frightening like an old stone statue

Appear very messy and untidy

look ahere
  • Informal
9.9

Tell someone to pay attention to what you say or point out

To pay attention to something unimportant instead of the main task

9.9

Appear very messy and dirty with things everywhere

Compounds

An expression on a person's face that shows their feelings

67 3.7

Very similar in appearance to another person or thing

38 3.2

A quick check of something to find obvious problems

24 3.3

An action or way of dressing that makes you look good

21 3.9

A person who is very similar in appearance to another person, often a famous person

13 2.8

A look that shows dislike or anger

4 3.9

A rough, strong, attractive appearance in a man's face or style

4 3.2

The general appearance of something as a whole

3 3.1

A serious face that shows someone is unhappy or strict

3 3.5

A smooth, shiny, stylish appearance for hair or clothes

3 3.9

A style of clothes or home that copies old fashions

A style that looks like it is from earlier times

1 2.5

A new, clean style for something, like clothes or a room

A neat, elegant appearance that shows attention to detail

New Look
  • Archaic
1 6.9

A style of women's clothes with a tight top, small waist, and a full skirt

ethereal look
  • Literature
1 7.6

A delicate, light appearance that seems not of this world

1 3.4

A smart, neat way of dressing for special events like weddings

1 5.1

A serious face that shows little or no emotion

1 5.8

A very angry face that makes someone feel afraid

1 6.4

A look on the face that shows playful, slightly naughty charm

1 5.5

A quick glance to the side that shows a feeling or meaning

A neat, smooth appearance that seems expensive

1 5.3

A warm, slightly tanned appearance from being in the sun

cornfed look
  • Informal
8.9

A healthy strong appearance like a person from a farm

A style that shows only a small part of an image or uses very short hair

Bambi look
  • Informal
8.8

A look with wide childlike eyes that shows innocence

look-alike
  • Jargon
4.4

A group of people chosen because they are similar to a company's customers

7.8

A way of behaving that tries to get attention from others

7.3

Acting to get attention from other people in a selfish, showy way

A style or item that makes someone stand out to get attention

mallcore look
  • Jargon
9.9

A style of clothing with bright, bold items and visible brand names

man look
  • Slang
9.8

A confused look men make when they cannot find or understand something

mumpish look
  • Archaic
9.9

A silent angry look that shows you feel upset or annoyed

hoejabi look
  • Offensive
9.9

A style that mixes a headscarf with clothes that show more skin

neckbeardy look
  • Offensive
9.9

A messy, not fashionable style often seen on people who like computers or games

A hairstyle that looks wet and slightly messy as if you just left the water

How Long

to stare
∞ 1.0
to gaze
169 2.6
look
∞ 1.0
glance
205 1.4

Surface Forms

look singular
looks plural

Etymology

Look comes from an old English word lócian that meant 'to look' or 'to see'. So a look is simply the act of turning your eyes to see something.