Difference between Count and Look

What is the difference between Count and Look?

Count as a verb is to enumerate the digits of one's numeral system. while Look as a verb is to try to see, to pay attention to with one's eyes.

Count

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To enumerate the digits of one's numeral system. To determine the number (of objects in a group). To be of significance; to matter. To be an example of something. To consider something an example of something.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: The act of counting or tallying a quantity. The result of a tally that reveals the number of items in a set; a quantity counted. A countdown. A charge of misconduct brought in a legal proceeding. The number of balls and strikes, respectively, on a batter's in-progress plate appearance. The male ruler of a county; also known as an earl, especially in England. The female equivalent is countess.

Example sentence: You can always count on Americans to do the right thing - after they've tried everything else.

Look

Part of speech: noun

Definition: The action of looking, an attempt to see.Physical appearance, visual impression.A facial expression.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To try to see, to pay attention to with one's eyes.To appear, to seem.To give an appearance of being.To search for, to try to find.To face or present a view.To expect or anticipate.To express or manifest by a look.To make sure of, to see to.

Example sentence: Evening is a time of real experimentation. You never want to look the same way.

We hope you now know whether to use Count or Look in your sentence.

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