Synonyms of look up

look up

verb

1

as in to pursue

to go in search of

be sure to look me up if you're ever in town

Synonyms & Similar Words

• pursue
• seek
• search (for or out)
• look for
• chase (down)
• shop (for)
• hunt
• cast about (for)
• forage (for)
• quest
• cast around (for)
• ferret (out)
• root (out)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• lose
• hide
• ignore
• neglect

2

as in to brighten

to become glad or hopeful

by the next morning, the skies had begun to clear and we were looking up

Synonyms & Similar Words

• brighten
• glow
• cheer (up)
• lighten
• revive
• buck up
• encourage
• perk (up)
• rejoice
• beam
• sparkle
• radiate
• liven (up)
• hearten
• gladden

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• darken
• despair
• sadden
• fret
• brood
• mope
• despond

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of look up

The Outlook for Collectible Art and Design The outlook for collectible design and art is looking up, despite a challenging economy. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2026

Searching for color gives you a reason to look up from your phone and pay attention to what’s in front of you. — Angela Haupt, Time, 20 Oct. 2026

Henton heard the sound of glass breaking and then looked up to see Holt standing beside the kiosk, according to the affidavit. — Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Oct. 2026

Both teams come into the contest with a 3-2 record and are looking up at the division leader. — Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2026