C1noun 2K

Outlook

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈaʊtlʊk/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈaʊtlʊk/"]/

Meaning of Outlook

the attitude to life and the world of a particular person, group or culture

In simple words: A way of thinking about something or the view of the future.

Outlook in a sentence

• The economic outlook for the next year looks promising despite current challenges.
• Her positive outlook on life helped her overcome difficult situations.
• The technology company's outlook report was shared during the annual conference.
• From the mountain peak, the outlook over the valley was breathtaking.
• Analysts revised their outlook on the stock market after recent events.
• She bought the software called Outlook to better manage her emails and calendar.

How to use Outlook

Use 'outlook' when discussing perspectives or forecasts, especially in a business or life context. It may not be suitable for very casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'outlook' as looking out over a view, envisioning what lies ahead.

Related words

Collocations with Outlook

• optimistic
• positive
• rosy
• have
• give somebody
• change
• in outlook
• of (a)… outlook
• outlook on
• bright
• good
• bleak
• improve
• worsen
• outlook for

Synonyms for Outlook

• prospect

Opposites of Outlook

• pessimism
• gloom
• despair

Common mistakes with Outlook

• Confused with 'uplook' which is not a word.
• Using 'outlook' exclusively for weather forecasts; it can refer to much more.
• Mixing it up with 'insight', which has a different meaning.

Frequently asked questions about Outlook

What does Outlook mean?

A way of thinking about something or the view of the future.

What is the definition of Outlook?

the attitude to life and the world of a particular person, group or culture

How do you use Outlook in a sentence?

The economic outlook for the next year looks promising despite current challenges.

Can you give another example of Outlook?

Her positive outlook on life helped her overcome difficult situations.

What are synonyms for Outlook?

Common alternatives include prospect.

What is the opposite of Outlook?

Opposite meanings include pessimism, gloom, despair.

What words go with Outlook?

It commonly pairs with optimistic, positive, rosy, have, give somebody, change, in outlook, of (a)… outlook, outlook on, bright, good, bleak, improve, worsen, outlook for.

What are common mistakes when using Outlook?

Confused with 'uplook' which is not a word. Using 'outlook' exclusively for weather forecasts; it can refer to much more. Mixing it up with 'insight', which has a different meaning.

How do you pronounce Outlook?

US: /["/ˈaʊtlʊk/"]/, UK: /["/ˈaʊtlʊk/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Outlook?

Use 'outlook' when discussing perspectives or forecasts, especially in a business or life context. It may not be suitable for very casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Outlook?

"Outlook" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.