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to look

to look

1.0
To direct the eyes toward something to see it
  • verb
  • /lʊk/
translation icon : mirar
  • - Look at all these safety features.
  • look at a picture
  • look around
  • look closely

So look up, look up, look up and relax.

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Examples

  • Now what I want to do then is look at the changes.

  • So now, now we can look at the last step.

  • We're going to the store to look at some stuff.

  • Oh my God, guys, look how good this looks.

  • I take it out and look at it, every day.

  • But moving on now, let's look at the UK data.

    ZOE
  • Next up, we're going to look at what's the story?

  • I use hand signals to make sure students are looking at me while giving out instructions.

    Academic text (2011)
  • Tommy, come on out and look at this mirror.

  • Please look at the beautiful painting on the wall.

Synonyms

to see
vsto look
1.0

To notice something with your eyes

is a deliberate directing of the eyes usually with conscious attention
to look at
vsto look
1.0

Study something carefully to understand it or decide

is a general directing of gaze without a focused decision aim
to watch
vsto look
1.0

To look at something carefully for some time

is the short act of directing gaze, not always prolonged observation
to take a look
vsto look
1.3

To look at something to check it or find information

is usually directing gaze with attention rather than varying depth
to stare
vsto look
1.0

To look at someone or something for a long time without moving your eyes

is the general directing of eyes, usually shorter and less intense
to consider
vsto look
670 2.4

To look at someone or something carefully to understand it

is the physical act of directing gaze rather than mental thought
to have a look
vsto look
412 1.3

To check something carefully, for example an essay or a machine

is the general act of directing gaze usually with attention
to glance
vsto look
299 1.5

To look quickly at someone or something

is generally a more deliberate directing of sight than that brief action
to regard
vsto look
241 3.2

To look at someone or something carefully

is a neutral act of directing gaze rather than formal observation
to gaze
vsto look
170 2.6

To look steadily with admiration, surprise, or deep thought

is the usual directing of eyes but less steady and intense
to eye
vsto look
152 4.8

To look closely at someone with interest

is the basic act of directing attention, not necessarily with interest
to glance at
vsto look
150 2.0

Look quickly at someone or something

is usually longer or more attentive than that quick view
to get a look
vsto look
88 2.8

To see someone or something for a short time

is the active directing of gaze with attention not mere chance sighting
to lay eyes on
vsto look
  • Informal
59 3.7

To see someone or something for the first time after a long time

is the routine act of directing gaze rather than a first encounter
to glance over
vsto look
18 3.2

Look at something quickly without reading it carefully

is the attentive directing of sight rather than a superficial check
to take a gander
vsto look
  • Informal
10 8.2

To look quickly and casually at something you are curious about

is usually directing gaze with attention not casual curiosity
to eye up
vsto look
  • Informal
1 7.4

To look at a person or thing with interest

is general directing of gaze rather than focused appraisal or desire
1 4.8

Face a person or problem directly without avoiding it

is the usual directing of gaze rather than direct confrontation
to loke
vsto look
  • Archaic
9.9

To watch something carefully

is the common action of directing the eyes with attention
to throw an eye
vsto look
  • UK
7.8

To look quickly at something

is usually a more attentive directed gaze than that brief glance

Idioms

look here
  • Informal
61 6.9

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

30 3.7

Try to find something positive in a bad situation

To accept a free gift without complaining and say thank you

Appear younger than the given age

To put your own needs before other people's

Think carefully about possible risks before you act

Seem very attractive and stylish

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

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

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

8.5

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

Appear very messy and untidy

8.5

To appear old-fashioned and messy in your clothes

9.8

To look very ugly and frightening like an old stone statue

Phrasal Verbs

1.0

Study something carefully to understand it or decide

1.3

To have a similar appearance to someone or something

1.0

To try to find something or someone

1.3

To look at something to check it or find information

To want something to happen and feel excited about it

825 1.4

Feel happy and excited about something that will happen

573 2.8

Examine something carefully to find out more

552 1.0

Turn your head and eyes to see what is around you

472 1.1

Take care of someone or something to keep them safe and working

412 1.3

To check something carefully, for example an essay or a machine

357 1.4

To find information about something in a book, list, or online

323 2.6

Think about the past, especially a time you remember

291 3.0

Watch carefully to notice danger or help someone

214 3.2

To feel excited about something that will happen

180 2.8

To read or check something carefully for mistakes

156 3.0

Help someone and keep them safe

153 1.6

Watch for danger or trouble

133 3.1

To rely on someone for help or advice

125 2.2

Turn your eyes away from a person or thing that makes you uncomfortable

120 2.8

To respect and want to be like someone

88 2.8

To see someone or something for a short time

75 1.4

Turn your head or eyes to see behind you

To ignore something wrong on purpose instead of reporting it

60 3.7

To think of someone or something in a certain way

Act in a careful, nervous way because you fear being watched or followed

to look down on
  • Offensive
53 3.7

Think you are better than someone and treat them as less important

50 3.4

To watch events happen without taking part

49 1.0

To feel excited or worried about something that will happen

To make someone seem attractive when they wear something

To move your body so you can see someone or something

See something on the other side from where you are

To have a view of an area from a high place like a balcony or window

Have an appearance that suits a job or occasion

Have a face or body language that shows you feel bad

15 3.3

To think of someone or something in a certain way

To face and have a view of a place

to look sharp
  • Informal
11 5.7

To be well dressed and neat

to look sharp
  • Informal
6 5.3

To move quickly and be ready

Seem likely to do well or get better

To appear younger than your real age

Move your eyes from head to toe to judge a person or thing

Turn your head or eyes to see what is behind you

To seem messy because your clothes or hair are not neat

Face a person or problem directly without avoiding it

9.9

To be very tired after hard activity or little sleep

Appear a little unwell and pale

to look so douchey
  • Offensive
9.9

To seem rude and showy in a way other people dislike

Compounds

160 3.3

An action or way of dressing that makes you look good

14 3.9

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

10 2.8

A look that shows dislike or anger

8 2.5

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

4 3.2

A quick check of something to find obvious problems

4 3.7

Very similar in appearance to another person or thing

3 3.2

The general appearance of something as a whole

man look
  • Slang
2 9.8

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

2 3.1

A serious face that shows someone is unhappy or strict

New Look
  • Archaic
1 6.9

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

1 3.9

A style of clothes or home that copies old fashions

1 3.9

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

A neat, elegant appearance that shows attention to detail

1 3.5

A smooth, shiny, stylish appearance for hair or clothes

1 3.4

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

look-alike
  • Jargon
1 4.4

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

1 5.8

A very angry face that makes someone feel afraid

1 5.1

A serious face that shows little or no emotion

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

ethereal look
  • Literature
7.6

A delicate, light appearance that seems not of this world

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

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

mallcore look
  • Jargon
9.9

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

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

A neat, smooth appearance that seems expensive

neckbeardy look
  • Offensive
9.9

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

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

A style that looks like it is from earlier times

A warm, slightly tanned appearance from being in the sun

5.5

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

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

How Intently

to gape
14 3.8
to stare
1.0
to gaze
170 2.6
to look
1.0
to glance
299 1.5

Surface Forms

look infinitive
looked past
looked past participle
looking present participle
looks third person singular

Etymology

Look comes from an old English verb lócian meaning 'to see' or 'to look', so to look is simply to direct your eyes at something. That is why we say someone will look at a picture or look over a report.