LOOKS Synonyms: 168 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

present tense third-person singular of look

as in seems

to give the impression of being it looks like it might rain

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as in expresses

to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion) the music teacher looked her displeasure with a fierce frown

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as in plans

to have in mind as a purpose or goal they were looking to make a fast buck

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looks

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noun

plural of look

as in beauty

the qualities in a person or thing that as a whole give pleasure to the senses a supermodel's career tends to be entirely based on her exceptional good looks

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Recent Examples of looks

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In only a handful of generations some populations have begun evolving resistance, and the crash many expected to end in the extinction of the species now looks more like an uneasy coexistence. — John Drake, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026 There’s a collective anticipation as the audience looks toward the stage. — Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 27 July 2026 Bake in preheated oven until edges are set and golden, center looks matte, and a wooden pick inserted in center comes out with a few moist crumbs, 25 to 28 minutes. — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 26 July 2026 One trade that looks bad (over a few months) is far too much to read into. — Spencer Nusbaum, New York Times, 26 July 2026 This is why your manager at work always looks so stressed out. — Brian Grubb, Vulture, 20 July 2026 Last-minute maneuvers to force the hands of aldermen on what looks more like appointments of friends and allies than people with leadership potential is cronyism that is being supported by those the mayor chooses to surround himself with. — Nik Hunder, Chicago Tribune, 19 July 2026 They are covered with silicone skin that has pores and wrinkles, and reportedly not only looks but also feels pretty much like human skin. — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 19 July 2026 By completing a four-game sweep of the Rays the Red Sox are in a place where the American League East title no longer looks unattainable. — Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 19 July 2026

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While maximalist trends often signify that louder pieces are the only way to look fashion-forward, bold styles are ultimately fickle and harder to reinvent in new looks. — Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 1 Aug. 2026 Included in four of the sets are Rodrigo minifigures that recreate her stage looks and expressions. — Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026 The defensive coordinator liked the idea of shifting in and out of different looks before the snap to keep offenses off-balanced pre-snap. — Paul Dehner Jr, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026 Those will likely include trend-savvy running looks from Puma’s archives as well as the brand’s iconic Suede franchise. — Cathrin Schaer, Footwear News, 31 July 2026 Red seemed to be the color of the night as Presley posed with other famous faces such as Mischa Barton and Monica Cruz, who also sported bright red looks. — Morgan Evans, USA Today, 31 July 2026 Outside of that game and a home contest against Miami, though, the slate for 2026 looks more than manageable. — Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 31 July 2026 Meanwhile, Godar matched his now-wife with three looks of his own, including a creamy tan vest and matching dress pants with a crisp white shirt for the rehearsal dinner. — Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 25 July 2026 One standout is turquoise blue—a glamorous, elegant, and chic shade that perfectly complements both evening looks and modern outfits. — Renata Joffre, Glamour, 25 July 2026

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All of which is to say, the loyalty of both Ulf and Hugh seems tenuous at best at this point, and neither Rhaenyra or Daemon seem the least bit concerned.

— Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
What's more, that hostility that led lawmakers in Indianapolis to kill state funding for public broadcasting no longer seems carved in stone.

— David Folkenflik, NPR, 26 July 2026

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Small adjustments—for example adding a touch of sweetness or changing a sauce or even reordering the courses—can significantly improve how a wine expresses itself alongside the cuisine.

— Yuri Shima, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
God expresses these fundamental qualities and forces in man – each one of us – moment by moment.

— Leslie Revilock, Christian Science Monitor, 20 July 2026

Definition of expresses

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Charlotte’s communication director did not respond to the Observer on Thursday when asked whether the city plans to address public conversations surrounding Juliana’s death.

— Caitlin McGlade, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026
Dade Heritage Trust plans to relocate the historic building to Coconut Grove.

— Jeff Kleinman, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026

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Awards recognized visual artists, hip-hop performers, nonprofit organizations, vocalists, business owners, educators, fitness professionals, beauty industry workers and community advocates.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026
Less flashy than the other two, the beauty of having a drink here is the craft.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026

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Section 8 housing Carruthers intends to address the issue head-on.

— Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 July 2026
Roughly 12 hours after LeBron announced his decision, longtime NBA reporter Chris Haynes broke the news that Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is negotiating a buyout with the Memphis Grizzlies and intends to join the Sixers once that's complete.

— Bryan Toporek, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026