look

Definitions

1. 1intransitive verb

   To direct the eyes for the purpose of seeing something; to direct the eyes toward an object; to observe with the eyes while keeping them directed; -- with various prepositions, often in a special or figurative sense. See Phrases below.

2. 2intransitive verb

   To direct the attention (to something); to consider; to examine; as, to look at an action.

3. 3intransitive verb

   To seem; to appear; to have a particular appearance; as, the patient looks better; the clouds look rainy.

4. 4intransitive verb

   To have a particular direction or situation; to face; to front.

5. 5intransitive verb

   In the imperative: see; behold; take notice; take care; observe; -- used to call attention.

6. 6intransitive verb

   To show one's self in looking, as by leaning out of a window; as, look out of the window while I speak to you. Sometimes used figuratively.

7. 7intransitive verb

   To await the appearance of anything; to expect; to anticipate.

8. 8transitive verb

   To look at; to turn the eyes toward.

9. 9transitive verb

   To seek; to search for.

10. 10transitive verb

    To expect.

11. 11transitive verb

    To influence, overawe, or subdue by looks or presence as, to look down opposition.

12. 12transitive verb

    To express or manifest by a look.

13. 13noun

    The act of looking; a glance; a sight; a view; -- often in certain phrases; as, to have, get, take, throw, or cast, a look.

14. 14noun

    Expression of the eyes and face; manner; as, a proud or defiant look.

15. 15noun

    Hence; Appearance; aspect; as, the house has a gloomy look; the affair has a bad look.

16. 16noun

    the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually

    "he went out to have a look"

    "his look was fixed on her eyes"

    Synonyms

    looking
17. 17noun

    physical appearance

    "I don't like the looks of this place"

18. 18noun

    the feelings expressed on a person's face

    "a sad expression"

    "a look of triumph"

    Synonyms

    aspectexpressionface
19. 19noun

    the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people

    "the feel of the city excited him"

    "a clergyman improved the tone of the meeting"

    Synonyms

    feelfeelingflavorflavoursmellspirittone
20. 20verb

    have a certain outward or facial expression

    "How does she look?"

    "The child looks unhappy"

21. 21verb

    have faith or confidence in

    "you can count on me to help you any time"

    "Look to your friends for support"

    Synonyms

    betcalculatecountdependreckon
22. 22verb

    look forward to the probable occurrence of

    "We were expecting a visit from our relatives"

    "She is looking to a promotion"

    Synonyms

    awaitexpectwait
23. 23verb

    convey by one's expression

    "She looked her devotion to me"

24. 24verb

    perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

    "She looked over the expanse of land"

    "Look at your child!"

25. 25verb

    give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

    "She seems to be sleeping"

    "This appears to be a very difficult problem"

    Synonyms

    appearseem
26. 26verb

    search or seek

    "We looked all day and finally found the child in the forest"

    "Look elsewhere for the perfect gift!"

    Synonyms

    search
27. 27verb

    take charge of or deal with

    "Could you see about lunch?"

    "I must attend to this matter"

    Synonyms

    attendsee
28. 28verb

    accord in appearance with

    "You don't look your age!"

29. 29verb

    be oriented in a certain direction, often with respect to another reference point; be opposite to

    "The house looks north"

    "My backyard look onto the pond"

    Synonyms

    facefront