Outlook

/ˈaʊt.lʊk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person's point of view or general attitude to life.

Her optimistic outlook on life greatly influenced her decisions.

The likely future situation or forecast.

The economic outlook for the next year is uncertain due to recent events.

A view or prospect from a specific place.

The cabin offers a beautiful outlook over the valley.

Late Middle English: from out + look, meaning 'look from the outside'.

positive outlook

A hopeful or optimistic view of a situation.

dim outlook

A pessimistic view on future events.

outlook on life

One's general attitude or philosophy regarding life.

view

The ability to see or perceive; an opinion.

perspective

A particular attitude towards or way of regarding something.

vision

The ability to think about or plan the future with imagination or wisdom.