Many people create lists of synonyms for the word 'said,' but what about the word 'look'? Here are some synonyms that I enjoy using in my writing, along with their meanings for your reference. While all these words relate to 'look,' they each carry distinct meanings and nuances, so I thought it would be helpful to provide meanings for each one.
Gaze - To look steadily and intently, especially in admiration or thought.
Glance - A brief or hurried look.
Peek - A quick and typically secretive look.
Peer - To look with difficulty or concentration.
Scan - To look over quickly but thoroughly.
Observe - To watch carefully and attentively.
Inspect - To look at closely in order to assess condition or quality.
Stare - To look fixedly or vacantly at someone or something.
Glimpse - To see or perceive briefly or partially.
Eye - To look or stare at intently.
Peruse - To read or examine something with great care.
Scrutinize - To examine or inspect closely and thoroughly.
Behold - To see or observe a thing or person, especially a remarkable one.
Witness - To see something happen, typically a significant event.
Spot - To see, notice, or recognize someone or something.
Contemplate - To look thoughtfully for a long time at.
Sight - To suddenly or unexpectedly see something or someone.
Ogle - To stare at in a lecherous manner.
Leer - To look or gaze in an unpleasant, malicious way.
Gawk - To stare openly and stupidly.
Gape - To stare with one's mouth open wide, in amazement.
Squint - To look with eyes partially closed.
Regard - To consider or think of in a specified way.
Admire - To regard with pleasure, wonder, and approval.
Skim - To look through quickly to gain superficial knowledge.
Reconnoiter - To make a military observation of a region.
Flick - To look or move the eyes quickly.
Rake - To look through something rapidly and unsystematically.
Glare - To look angrily or fiercely.
Peep - To look quickly and secretly through an opening.
Focus - To concentrate one's visual effort on.
Discover - To find or realize something not clear before.
Spot-check - To examine something briefly or at random.
Devour - To look over with eager enthusiasm.
Examine - To inspect in detail to determine condition.
Feast one's eyes - To look at something with great enjoyment.
Catch sight of - To suddenly or unexpectedly see.
Clap eyes on - To suddenly see someone or something.
Set eyes on - To look at, especially for the first time.
Take a dekko - Colloquial for taking a look.
Leer at - To look or gaze in a suggestive manner.
Rubberneck - To stare at something in a foolish way.
Make out - To manage to see or read with difficulty.
Lay eyes on - To see or look at.
Pore over - To look at or read something intently.
Ogle at - To look at in a lecherous or predatory way.
Pry - To look or inquire into something in a determined manner.
Dart - To look quickly or furtively.
Drink in - To look at with great enjoyment or fascination.
Bask in - To look at or enjoy something for a period of time.
This is so painfully accurate.
First day working in a bookstore, I had a gentleman come to the desk:
"Do you have any books on kidnapping?" My colleague and I both freeze. "Because my wife is really into it."
I look at him and without thinking go, "I hope you don't mean a how-to guide!"
He laughs and says, "No no! Like, books about kidnapping."
Visible relief on mine and my colleague's faces. After a while, he starts talking about his wife watching a show on Netflix - something to do with a serial killer who kidnaps people and traps them.
"In a bookstore basement? Oh yeah, I know just the series! Follow me, sir!"
He bought the entire You series by Caroline Kepnes. And some true crime stuff.
It's been 3 months and I'm still genuinely nervous that this man is alive.
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Can someone PLEASE just come and put all of these wardrobe pieces in my closet immediately? I love them.
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hi hello friends! does anyone around these parts have some solid knowledge of tarot and a willingness to let me pick your brain? i have a character who has a very specific plot point involving tarot and i know next to nothing, possibly less than nothing, and would love to figure out how to sound like that's not the case.
if you don’t remember anything else for the next 4 years, remember this: don’t be a fucking snitch.
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Resources For Writing Deaf, Mute, or Blind Characters by @thecaffeinebookwarrior
Writing Sign Language F.A.Q by @concerningwolves
Words for Skin Tone | How to Describe Skin Color by @writingwithcolor
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Body Language Cheat Sheet for Writers from @theinformationdump
Cheat Sheet for Writing Emotion by @thewriterswitch
How to Write a Realistic Argument by @she-who-fights-and-writes
How to write softness by @oriorwriter
Writing villains / villains motivations by @the-modern-typewriter
Personality traits/flaws by @rivalwrites
Writing Consent - written for The Witcher fandom but the advice is actually general, by @hailhailsatan
How to Write Characters in Realistic Polyamorous Relationships - by @simplyoriginalcharacters
How to Write OCs With Trauma
Writing Enemies to Lovers by @pianowritesstuff
How to write a kiss
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Pride and Prejudice (2005) + tumblr posts (part 1)
Yes! Romione and Dramione, mostly because of the bickering. This is why Harmione gives me the ick.
If your reason for not shipping Ron and Hermione is because of all their bickering... you have a child's grasp of their characters.
Ron has five brothers and a little sister. You have to be quick witted to keep up with the amount of friendly fire going on inside that house. The loudest gets heard. He's always ready for a fight.
Hermione secretly judges people by their ability to keep up with her intellectually. Condescension is a reflex. It pushes people away before they can actually match her (because god forbid she lose).
Unstoppable force meets immovable object. Ron can't stop once he gets started and Hermione is too stubborn to admit she's wrong. And, the thing is, they both clearly love it.
Hermione wouldn't want a "yes" man and Ron wouldn't want someone who can't handle teasing. He challenges her intellect, and she gets an intellectual challenge. It's a win win.