overview — A general survey or summary of a subject, situation, or topic. A broad perspective that covers the main points without going into detail.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A general survey or summary of a subject, situation, or topic. A broad perspective that covers the main points without going into detail.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈoʊvərˌvju/
Example Sentences
- Before diving into details, let me give you a quick overview of why pizza is basically a vegetable.
- The professor provided an excellent overview of quantum physics without making our brains explode.
- This report gives an overview of current market trends in the technology sector.
overview
NOUN[/ˈoʊvərˌvju/]
A general survey or summary of a subject, situation, or topic. A broad perspective that covers the main points without going into detail.
A general survey or summary of a subject, situation, or topic. A broad perspective that covers the main points without going into detail.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English, combining 'over' (above, across) with 'view' (to see, look at). The word literally means to look at something from above or across its entirety.
Breakdown
over- (above, across) + view (to see, look at)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“Before diving into details, let me give you a quick overview of why pizza is basically a vegetable.”
“The professor provided an excellent overview of quantum physics without making our brains explode.”
“This report gives an overview of current market trends in the technology sector.”
“Can you provide a brief overview of your research methodology?”
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