Synonyms for loom

noun

verb

1. To appear

   come into view, come on the scene, rise; see appear 1.

2. To appear large or imposing

   menace, emerge, overshadow, shadow, bulk, figure, show, tower, hulk, be seen in shadow, issue, emanate, top, overtop, impress, hang over, rise gradually, seem large, seem huge, be coming, be near, be imminent, hover, approach, impend, come forth, break through the clouds; see also threaten 2.