overlooked
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Meaning · English
Missed, unnoticed.
Adjective
Examples
Jealousy: It's all the feelings that come over you when you think you're being overlooked by others. It comes from inside, from your insecurities and fears—fear of loss, fear of betrayal, and fear of hurt.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “overlooked” mean?
Missed, unnoticed.
Is “overlooked” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.