Meaning & use
outlook
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A person's general attitude toward life, or the anticipated future course of events.
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Despite the setbacks, she maintained a positive outlook on her recovery.
Analysts revised their economic outlook after the latest jobs report.
A note on using this word
Can refer to a person's mindset ('a cheerful outlook') or to predictions about the future ('the outlook for the industry'), so context determines which sense applies.
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Another way to use it
2. noun
A view of scenery from a particular place.
The cabin had a lovely outlook over the valley.
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