Synonyms of looking

looking

verb

present participle of look

1

as in seeming

to give the impression of being

it looks like it might rain

Synonyms & Similar Words

• seeming
• feeling
• sounding
• appearing
• acting
• making
• pretending
• suggesting
• coming off (as)
• resembling
• coming across (as)
• recalling
• implying
• hinting
• dissembling
• insinuating

2

as in expressing

to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)

the music teacher looked her displeasure with a fierce frown

Synonyms & Similar Words

• expressing
• voicing
• giving
• stating
• sounding
• announcing
• writing
• expounding
• airing
• saying
• describing
• ventilating
• raising
• putting forth
• venting
• proclaiming
• conveying
• offering
• publishing
• advertising
• disseminating
• circulating
• declaring
• submitting
• giving air to
• broadcasting
• communicating
• enunciating
• speaking out
• enouncing
• writing up
• speaking up
• sounding off
• putting over
• putting across
• chiming in

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• suppressing
• restricting
• stifling
• restraining
• censoring

3

as in planning

to have in mind as a purpose or goal

they were looking to make a fast buck

Synonyms & Similar Words

• planning
• intending
• hoping
• contemplating
• going
• trying
• aiming
• wishing
• meaning
• proposing
• designing
• calculating
• aspiring
• purporting
• attempting
• meditating
• considering
• allowing
• dreaming
• purposing
• struggling
• pondering
• striving
• debating
• figuring on
• endeavoring
• plotting
• achieving
• performing
• accomplishing
• effecting
• executing
• scheming
• mulling (over)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of looking

From streamlining access to MARTA from the terminal to reorganizing the drop-off zone, things are looking a little different around the airport. — Irene Wright, USA Today, 10 July 2026

Below the speaker’s podium sat a row of bored-looking representatives from city, county and regional agencies. — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

Tan-Luxe’s formula transforms your moisturizer or hydrating serum into a customizable self-tanner—a few drops mixed into your favorite skin-care product develop into a natural-looking glow. — Deanna Pai, Vogue, 10 July 2026

Some linen pants can lean a little too relaxed, but this tapered pair keeps everything looking clean and polished. — Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026

Proof in the Product LYMA’s launch doesn’t simply promise younger-looking skin. — Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Along with the main shades in the lineup, there are seven color-correcting options that neutralize, brighten, and leave skin looking more refined. — Tanya Sharma, InStyle, 4 July 2026

Instead of looking only for escapements or technical innovation, Newman encourages appreciation of cases, dials, proportions, engraving, and overall design—the same qualities that define today’s most desirable independent watches. — Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 3 July 2026

This is the kind of simple outfit involves minimal planning, while looking thoroughly put-together. — Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026

Phrases Containing looking

• looking glass