Synonyms of lookouts

lookouts

noun

plural of lookout

1

as in observatories

a high place or structure from which a wide view is possible

we went up to the lookout on the top of the hill to watch the fireworks

Synonyms & Similar Words

• observatories
• overlooks
• towers
• watchtowers
• outlooks
• promontories
• aeries
• crow's nests

2

as in views

all that can be seen from a certain point

we were struck by the amazing beauty of the lookout from the top of the tower

Synonyms & Similar Words

• views
• panoramas
• vistas
• perspectives
• outlooks
• sceneries
• landscapes
• prospects
• commands
• sights
• scenes
• visual fields
• kens

3

as in guards

a person or group that watches over someone or something

make sure to post a lookout so that no one can sneak up on us

Synonyms & Similar Words

• guards
• custodians
• guardians
• wardens
• sentinels
• keepers
• sentries
• pickets
• watchmen
• patrols
• bodyguards
• warders
• watches
• watchers
• observers
• defenders
• minders
• spotters
• escorts
• convoys
• watchdogs
• gatekeepers
• surveillants
• honor guards
• hacks

4

as in watches

an act or period of watching for signs of activity, danger, or opportunity

one of the robbers kept a lookout for the police

Synonyms & Similar Words

• watches
• vigils
• observations
• surveillances
• inspections
• observances
• supervisions
• scrutinies