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Looks Meaning in English

word · lemma: look

/ˈɫʊks/
LUKS
/lˈʊks/
LUKS

Definition

The word 'looks' refers to the way someone or something appears or seems to others; it is also the third person singular form of the verb 'look', meaning to direct your eyes in a particular direction.

Usage & Nuances

Commonly used to describe appearance or impression: 'good looks', 'bad looks'. As a verb, it usually appears with prepositions like 'at', 'like', or in phrases like 'looks after'. Don't confuse with 'seems' which is about perception rather than physical sight.

Example Sentences

She looks happy today.

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He looks at the painting carefully.

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Your new haircut really looks nice.

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She looks out the window every morning.

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That idea looks promising!

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He always looks after his younger sister.

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