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as in overlook
a high place or structure from which a wide view is possible the cliff-top outlook provides an expansive view of the sleepy village down in the valley

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as in view
all that can be seen from a certain point the outlook from the tower is spectacular in all directions

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How does the noun outlook differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of outlook are anticipation, foretaste, and prospect. While all these words mean "an advance realization of something to come," outlook suggests a forecasting of the future.

a favorable outlook for the economy

Where would anticipation be a reasonable alternative to outlook?

The synonyms anticipation and outlook are sometimes interchangeable, but anticipation implies a prospect or outlook that involves advance suffering or enjoyment of what is foreseen.

the anticipation of her arrival

When is foretaste a more appropriate choice than outlook?

In some situations, the words foretaste and outlook are roughly equivalent. However, foretaste implies an actual though brief or partial experience of something forthcoming.

the frost was a foretaste of winter

When could prospect be used to replace outlook?

While in some cases nearly identical to outlook, prospect implies expectation of a particular event, condition, or development of definite interest or concern.

the prospect of a quiet weekend

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Recent Examples of outlook Experts have told Newsweek that the difficulties for both jobseekers—white and especially Black—should be viewed against the backdrop of a wider deterioration on the overall economic outlook, now on the precipice of a major downturn according to certain economists. Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Sep. 2025 Still, not all analysts were fully convinced about the outlook. Bloomberg, Mercury News, 10 Sep. 2025 Oracle’s shares, which had already gained 45% this year through Tuesday’s close, soared 41% Wednesday after the company posted a major increase in bookings and gave an aggressive outlook for its cloud infrastructure business. Bloomberg, Oc Register, 10 Sep. 2025 With few credible projects elsewhere, and with legal and political battles still hampering California, the outlook isn’t good. Ben Jones, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for outlook
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outlook
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  • There are two structures providing shade on the trail, but none at the scenic overlook, the park service says.
    Gary Stoller, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
  • Stop at Laurel Fork Creek and the park overlook for especially beautiful foliage.
    Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 16 Sep. 2025
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  • Rinzel has already been hit up by some of the other prospects for his perspective on rookie camp, on the climb to the NHL and the developmental process, on how to play with aggression and the confidence to make plays rather than with hesitation and the fear of making mistakes.
    Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2025
  • Instead of using a single bulky lens, the camera employs a thin mask embedded with dozens of tiny lenslets, each capturing a unique perspective of the same object.
    Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 13 Sep. 2025
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  • Room for two, a supple ride, a gorgeous view over a curved hood, perfect flow of air up and over the windshield and cockpit with virtually no backsplash to disrupt pleasant conversation, and the ability at any time to experience a rush of power and speed when the moment calls.
    Mark Ewing, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
  • The views and opinions expressed in this column are the author's and do not necessarily reflect those of USA TODAY.
    Jennifer Jolly, USA Today, 14 Sep. 2025
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  • The observatory is named for NASA's second-ever administrator.
    Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
  • Beyond this, the European Space Agency's XMM-Newton X-Ray observatory also studied this spiral galaxy repeatedly and found mysterious regions known as ultraluminous X-ray sources (ULXs).
    Kenna Hughes-Castleberry, Space.com, 11 Sep. 2025
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  • The opposing viewpoints on whole milk illuminate a growing debate in nutrition science.
    Alana Semuels, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
  • Often, that's not what is needed and may disconnect us further from the other by forcing our viewpoint or skimming over the depth of the issue.
    Hylke Faber, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
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  • While on site, adjust your path to coordinate with feeding times and notice the many art installations, many of which look like real animals, so be on the lookout.
    Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 10 Sep. 2025
  • The lieutenant also reminded drivers to keep a lookout for troopers.
    Sam Gillette, PEOPLE, 10 Sep. 2025
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  • Humanity, united by one language, settles on a plain in Shinar and begins constructing a tower to reach the heavens and make a name for themselves.
    John Fugelsang September 12, Literary Hub, 12 Sep. 2025
  • The result is organized, accessible, and much sleeker than a leaning tower of battered cardboard.
    Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 12 Sep. 2025

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“Outlook.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outlook. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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