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.