outlook

American  

[out-look] / ˈaʊtˌlʊk /

noun

1. the view or prospect from a particular place.

   Synonyms:

   scene

2. mental attitude or view; point of view.

   one's outlook on life.

   Synonyms:

   approach, position, viewpoint, attitude

3. prospect of the future.

   the political outlook.

   Synonyms:

   scene

4. the place from which an observer looks out; lookout.

5. the act or state of looking out.

6. a watch kept; vigilance; lookout.

   a careful outlook to prevent forest fires.

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outlook British  

/ ˈaʊtˌlʊk /

noun

1. a mental attitude or point of view

2. the probable or expected condition or outcome of something

   the weather outlook

3. the view from a place

4. view or prospect

5. the act or state of looking out

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Etymology

Origin of outlook

First recorded in 1660–70; out- + look

Example Sentences

Encouragingly, the PMI signaled that domestic markets were a key driver of service sector demand, and businesses stayed upbeat on the outlook for the next 12 months, forecasting improved market conditions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Domestic markets drove service sector demand, and businesses remained upbeat on the 12-month outlook despite external risks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

UBS analyst Michael Lasser said RH’s results and outlook indicate that RH’s core customer has not only been “distracted” by, but could also be “more sensitive” to, geopolitical developments.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Shares of RH plummeted toward a six-year low Wednesday after the high-end furniture retailer’s latest earnings report and outlook suggested that even very well-off consumers have cut back spending on their homes.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

As usual, she had an optimistic outlook, with no concrete evidence to back up her vision.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan

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