1
as in overlooks
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
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in perspectives
a way of looking at or thinking about something
tried to keep a cheerful outlook on life
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in views
all that can be seen from a certain point
the outlook from the tower is spectacular in all directions
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of outlooks
Its recent breakout signals upside ahead, supported by resilient sales, positive analyst outlooks, and a deep late-stage pipeline.
—
Tony Zhang, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2025
Looking forward, temperatures will likely return to above-average levels in western Michigan between September 9 and 15, according to temperature outlooks from the NWS Climate Prediction Center.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
For investors used to blockbuster beats and aggressive outlooks from the AI bellwether that helped drive this year’s rally, the update fell short.
—Benzinga, Freep.com, 30 Aug. 2025
With anywhere from 24 to 158 holdings, many of these Real Estate mutual funds have drastically different portfolios with differing risk profiles and performance outlooks.
—David Trainer, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
But truthfully, through the hardships come new outlooks, gratitude, positivity, and a freeing new way to see life.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Full-year outlooks were lowered again, now projecting a 4%–6% decline in same store sales.
—Ashley Lutz, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2025
Complicating matters, tech companies are approaching multiple power utility providers within the same state, or across several states seeking multiple bids for the same project, inflating power demand outlooks, investors and other power experts said.
—Laila Kearney, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
The difficulty is forming a cohesive force out of a mosaic of former rebels with a broad range of experiences, ideological outlooks, and varying degrees of discipline.
—Dominique Soguel, Christian Science Monitor, 7 Apr. 2025
Tony Zhang, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2025
Looking forward, temperatures will likely return to above-average levels in western Michigan between September 9 and 15, according to temperature outlooks from the NWS Climate Prediction Center.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
For investors used to blockbuster beats and aggressive outlooks from the AI bellwether that helped drive this year’s rally, the update fell short.
—Benzinga, Freep.com, 30 Aug. 2025
With anywhere from 24 to 158 holdings, many of these Real Estate mutual funds have drastically different portfolios with differing risk profiles and performance outlooks.
—David Trainer, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
But truthfully, through the hardships come new outlooks, gratitude, positivity, and a freeing new way to see life.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Full-year outlooks were lowered again, now projecting a 4%–6% decline in same store sales.
—Ashley Lutz, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2025
Complicating matters, tech companies are approaching multiple power utility providers within the same state, or across several states seeking multiple bids for the same project, inflating power demand outlooks, investors and other power experts said.
—Laila Kearney, USA Today, 7 Apr. 2025
The difficulty is forming a cohesive force out of a mosaic of former rebels with a broad range of experiences, ideological outlooks, and varying degrees of discipline.
—Dominique Soguel, Christian Science Monitor, 7 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outlooks
Noun
-
Enjoy hiking trails with scenic overlooks and opportunities for paddling ⛵ and fishing near the river’s headwaters.—
Melissa Oyler,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
-
Scenic trails, sweeping overlooks and welcoming mountain towns are all within easy reach, without the need for exhausting drives or endless winding roads.—
Taryn White,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
Storyelling accelerates modeling by showing a window into other perspectives, offering ideas for the other to embrace.—
Julie Kratz,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
-
In May 2025, SoFi commissioned a study of 3,500 prospective and current students, graduates, and parents of students to gauge their perspectives on the value of higher education and the methods of paying for it.—
Brian Walsh,
Fortune,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
The views and opinions expressed in this column are the author's and do not necessarily reflect those of USA TODAY.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
9 Sep. 2025
-
There’s a 76-mile river route open to kayaking and canoeing, and camping spots provide perfect access to the views.—
Iona Brannon,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
These observatories triangulate cosmic radio signals to determine Earth’s orientation in space.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Sep. 2025
-
That's why the next generation of gravitational wave observatories will be in space.—
Paul Sutter,
Space.com,
28 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
The plaintiffs argued the displacement was motivated by a desire to limit readers' access to books with viewpoints that are unpopular and controversial in the area.—
Taylor Seely,
AZCentral.com,
8 Sep. 2025
-
Proposition 50 almost completely silences minority California viewpoints in Congress until January 2033 – with no chance of changing any legislative outcomes.—
Tom Campbell,
Oc Register,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
-
Outdoor enthusiasts can book a horseback ride or guided hikes through Cocora Valley that lead to hidden lookouts.—
Boris Seckovic,
Travel + Leisure,
31 Aug. 2025
-
Smoke reports continue to come in from fire lookouts and aircraft are conducting reconnaissance flights to detect any new fires.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
28 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
The five towers to pass the entrapment test were the Guidecraft, the Juzbot 4 in 1 Toddler Tower, the Lalo Tower, the Simplay3 Toddler Tower Adjustable Stool, and the Yojoker 4 in 1 Convertible Toddler Kitchen Stool.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
4 Sep. 2025
-
Doha, Qatar Shaped by desert winds and mirroring glass towers, Doha—the uber-modern capital of Qatar—thrives on transformation.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Outlooks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outlooks. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share