OVERLOOKING Synonyms: 243 Similar and Opposite Words

overlooking 1 of 3

adjective

as in overhead

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overlooking

2 of 3

noun

as in ignoring

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overlooking

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verb

present participle of overlook

as in dominating

to look down on the fortress overlooks the city

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as in forgetting

to fail to give proper attention to you've overlooked your chores again this week

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as in overseeing

to be in charge of you'll be asked to overlook larger projects in the future

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as in possessing

to cast a spell on the superstitious grandmother actually believed that the baby had been overlooked by a gypsy woman

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blessing

as in examining

to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition) quickly overlooked the table of used books to see if there was anything of value

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as in forgiving

to dismiss as of little importance definitely not the kind of spouse to overlook even a single instance of marital infidelity

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as in supervising

to look after and make decisions about the engineer hired to overlook the construction of the canal

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Recent Examples of overlooking

Noun

That’s the part of the AI conversation that businesses risk overlooking. — Brent Saunders, Fortune, 31 July 2026 This can lead to unnecessary restrictions or the overlooking of the important nutrients that carbs provide. — Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 1 June 2026 So what to make of the overlooking of this corruption of the market? — Jim Cramer, CNBC, 30 Nov. 2025 Book a suite or opt for a room with a balcony overlooking bustling Delmas Avenue in the heart of downtown. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2025 Compliance is another critical dimension that business leaders can't risk overlooking. — Harvendra Singh, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025

Verb

Organizations frequently prioritize a perfect match over assessing true capability, overlooking internal talent for development. — Sheila Callaham, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026 Japan never threatened after that, struggling as Martina mixed in fastballs and curveballs to oohs and ahs from the nearly 22,000 fans who packed the bleachers and steep hill overlooking the outfield. — ABC News, 29 Aug. 2026 The venue will feature a two-story lounge overlooking Turns 12 through 15, all-inclusive food and drinks, a full-service concierge and guest services team, plus venue-exclusive entertainment. — Megan Dubois, Southern Living, 29 Aug. 2026 The Seminoles no doubt have spent camp focusing on fundamentals and SMU, which is coming up on Labor Day, but there shouldn’t be a mindset of overlooking New Mexico State. — Bob Ferrante, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Aug. 2026 The spa Before the Awasi acquisition and expansion of the wellness area, the resort’s spa was limited to three small treatment rooms overlooking the water. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026 There appeared to be a grill on the balcony overlooking Santa Clara Street. — Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 27 Aug. 2026 For lunch, there are two options – Sails Bar on the beach or Cayenne, the grill restaurant overlooking the sea. — Ann Lee, TheWeek, 24 Aug. 2026 Wedding guests faced the stranger who was overlooking the nuptials, so anyone at the wedding could look up and see him at any point during the ceremony. — Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 21 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for overlooking

Adjective

Place it atop a credenza to create a diffused glow throughout the room in lieu of harsh overhead lighting.

— Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 27 Aug. 2026
Personnel confirmed the overhead wire became tangled with the pantograph, which collects electricity from the wire to power the train.

— Tim Fang, CBS News, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of overhead

Noun

Strategic ignoring begins with recognizing that attention is not an unlimited asset, but a leadership resource.

— Nick Leighton, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Addressing Modern Behavior Patterns Verification tools such as these address behavior patterns such as preemptive ignoring, digital curiosity, and selective responsiveness, all of which have become more common in recent years.

— Daniel Fusch, USA Today, 26 Feb. 2026

Definition of ignoring

Verb

Many middle powers are in similarly vulnerable positions due to their deep economic dependence on the US and its powerful corporate giants dominating AI, cloud computing and capital markets.

— Wal van Lierop, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Treatments One aspect of the Clancy case that is dominating conversations is that Lindsay Clancy repeatedly sought treatment and was on numerous medications.

— Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of dominating

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Parker brings more than two decades of experience producing and overseeing film and television projects across all genres.

— Matt Grobar, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026
The Kansas City Immigration Court tries to have at least seven judges overseeing cases, Sharma-Crawford said.

— Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of overseeing

Verb

The technology is now at the center of a push at the California State Capitol to prohibit law enforcement agencies in the state from possessing or using the devices.

— Darrielle Fair, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026
Among the additional counts against Andrew are allegations of making or distributing indecent images of children and possessing extreme pornography.

— Jonny Hallam, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2026

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Doctors examining the previously healthy teenager at a Los Angeles hospital discovered a subdural hematoma, a life-threatening injury which occurs when blood collects on the surface of the brain.

— Blake Ellis, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2026
The group had been examining the middle finger on Sasaki’s right hand.

— Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of examining

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