| 词汇 | thesaurus_articles_to-see-something |
| 释义 | to see somethingThese words refer to becoming aware of something by using your eyes. The most common word for this is see. See is used when you use your eyes to look at or notice something. I can see for miles from up here. Do you see the aeroplane? I need new glasses - it's hard for me to see things far away. If you see or become aware of something, the verbs notice or perceive are often used. Perceive is slightly more formal than notice and is used in literature. In formal contexts, you can also use the verb observe. I noticed a crack in the ceiling. Bill perceived a tiny figure in the distance. A teacher observed her climbing over the gate. Spot is used when you see someone or something, especially when you are looking hard for them or it. We managed to spot a leopard. The phrases catch sight of and catch a glimpse of are used when you suddenly see something for a moment. You can also use the verb glimpse for this. We looked for the bird and caught sight of it just as it flew off. He caught a glimpse of his reflection in the glass. I glimpsed her as she ducked round the corner. You use the verb witness when someone sees an event such as a crime or an accident. Did anyone witness the attack? The phrasal verb make out is used when you see something but with difficulty. I could just make out a figure standing in the doorway. If you see someone or something for the first time, you can say that you clap, lay, or set eyes on it. I've never laid eyes on him before. |
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