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Meaning of outlook

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

outlook

Pronunciation:/ˈaʊtˌlʊk/

noun

Definitions

  1. A place from which something can be viewed.

    Example: Perched on the edge of the cliff was a hidden outlook.

    Synonyms:overlookvantage point
  2. The view from such a place.

  3. An attitude or point of view.

    Example: He has a positive outlook on life.

    Synonyms:attitudeopinionperspectivepoint of viewvantage pointviewpoint
  4. Expectation for the future.

    Example: The outlook for temperature rises is worrying.

    Synonyms:expectationprognosisprospect

verb

Definitions

  1. To face or look in an outward direction.

    Synonyms:look out
  2. To look at (someone) so long or intently that they look away; to win or prevail over (someone or something).

    Synonyms:browbeatface downoutstareovercome
  3. To be more attractive than (someone or something).

  4. To inspect throughly; to select.