overlooked
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Definition
Adjective: 1. Not noticed, considered, or given attention; neglected or ignored: Describes something or someone that has failed to be seen, appreciated, or taken into account.
Usage
The adjective overlooked is used to describe a person, thing, detail, or factor that has been missed, disregarded, or not properly recognized. It often carries a sense of an unfortunate or unjust omission. * It typically follows a linking verb like be, seem, or feel. * It can be used before a noun as an attributive adjective.
Examples
- Following a verb:
- Her contributions to the project were completely overlooked.
- This beautiful little village is often overlooked by tourists.
- A crucial detail in the contract had been overlooked.
- Before a noun:
- He is one of the most overlooked artists of his generation.
- We need to address these overlooked issues.
Advanced Usage
- "to feel overlooked": To feel that one's efforts, presence, or needs are being ignored or not valued.
- Employees can become demotivated if they feel overlooked for promotion.
Variants and Related Words
- Overlook (verb): To fail to notice something; to provide a view from above; to deliberately ignore or forgive.
- I overlooked the typo in my email. (failed to notice)
- The balcony overlooks the sea. (has a view over)
- I'll overlook your mistake this time. (forgive/ignore)
Synonyms
- Neglected
- Ignored
- Unnoticed
- Disregarded
- Omitted
- Forgotten
Antonyms
- Noticed
- Recognized
- Considered
- Highlighted
- Prominent
Related Phrases
- To fall through the cracks: An idiom meaning to be missed or forgotten due to a flaw in a system or process, similar to being overlooked.
- Some students' needs fall through the cracks in large classrooms.
- To be given short shrift: To receive cursory or dismissive treatment; to be hastily overlooked.
- Her proposal was given short shrift by the committee.
Adjective
- not taken into account
- his retirement was not allowed to go unmarked