forward-looking

adjective

for·​ward-look·​ing ˈfȯr-wərd-ˌlu̇-kiŋ 

: concerned with or planning for the future

Synonyms of forward-looking

• cautious
• careful
• proactive
• prescient
• farsighted
• foresighted
• visionary

Examples of forward-looking in a Sentence

a forward-looking business plan designed to take full advantage of emerging technologies

Recent Examples on the Web

Any company doing a div-recap is likely taking a forward-looking view that the IPO market will be closed in the short run. — Hugh Leask, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2026

Oversized daisy motifs, sequins and a plastic-like finish nodded to the period’s forward-looking optimism. — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026

Everyone is focusing more on engagement, return on investment and a forward-looking perspective, rather than simply buying something off the shelf to meet demand for the following weekend. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026

These rankings are forward-looking, and will change as the season progresses. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 7 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1800, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for forward-looking

• overlooking
• booking
• brooking
• cooking
• hooking
• looking