forward-looking

adjective

for·​ward-look·​ing ˈfȯr-wərd-ˌlu̇-kiŋ 

: concerned with or planning for the future

Synonyms

• farseeing
• farsighted
• forehanded
• foreseeing
• foresighted
• forethoughtful
• forward
• prescient
• proactive
• provident
• visionary

Examples of forward-looking in a Sentence

a forward-looking business plan designed to take full advantage of emerging technologies

Recent Examples on the Web

Similar forward-looking sentiments were expressed by Irwin Jacobs, the founding chairman and CEO emeritus of Qualcomm. —George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 May 2024

Except as required by applicable law, Jaguar does not plan to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements contained herein, whether as a result of any new information, future events, changed circumstances or otherwise. —Sacramento Bee, 8 May 2024

Neither party undertakes, and assumes no obligation, to update or revise any such forward-looking statements or forward-looking information contained herein to reflect new events or circumstances, except as may be required by law. —Kansas City Star, 7 May 2024

These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding product evaluations at the hospital, and that the purchase order indicates that the hospital and its staff see the value and benefits that LockeT can bring. —Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2024

Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements and forward-looking information. —Miami Herald, 7 May 2024

Today, these forward-looking organizations are proving that focusing on community needs can also help their bottom line and much more. —Tom Davidson, Fortune, 7 May 2024

These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected or anticipated. —Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 May 2024

The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based on management's current expectations and are subject to substantial risks, uncertainty and changes in circumstances. —Charlotte Observer, 3 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1800, in the meaning defined above