overview

noun

over·​view ˈō-vər-ˌvyü 

: a general survey : summary

Examples of overview in a Sentence

I was asked to give an overview of the company's sales figures.

This book provides a broad overview of American history.

Recent Examples on the Web

Such resources as the 2026 Global Counterspace Capabilities Report, published by the nonprofit Secure World Foundation and based on publicly available information, help provide an overview of potential space weapons. — ABC News, 5 Oct. 2026

The companies accused Google of antitrust violations in products like AI overviews, which have led to decreasing traffic at numerous sites. — Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 1 Oct. 2026

The Longevity tab provides an overview of your long-term health and is divided into two sub-tabs. — Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 30 Sep. 2026

Beyond the views, there are also some wonderful exhibits on the 2nd and 80th floors offering a historical overview of the building’s construction and legacy. — Jessica Sulima, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1916, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for overview

• amadou
• avenue
• ballyhoo
• baraboo
• barbecue
• barbeque
• bugaboo
• cabildo
• caribou
• cockatoo
• detinue
• devalue

Kids Definition

overview

noun

over·​view ˈō-vər-ˌvyü 

: a general survey : summary