Prospect

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1. Verb

That which is embraced by eye in vision; the region which the eye overlooks at one time; view; scene; outlook.

2. Verb

Especially, a picturesque or widely extended view; a landscape; hence, a sketch of a landscape.

3. Verb

A position affording a fine view; a lookout.

4. Verb

Relative position of the front of a building or other structure; face; relative aspect.

5. Verb

The act of looking forward; foresight; anticipation; as, a prospect of the future state.

6. Verb

That which is hoped for; ground for hope or expectation; expectation; probable result; as, the prospect of success.

7. Verb

To look over; to explore or examine for something; as, to prospect a district for gold.

8. Verb

To make a search; to seek; to explore, as for mines or the like; as, to prospect for gold.

9. Noun

belief about (or mental picture of) the future
Vocabulary classified under Medicine and healthcare

10. Noun

the visual percept of a region; "the most desirable feature of the park are the beautiful views"
Vocabulary classified under Psychology

11. Noun

the possibility of future success; "his prospects as a writer are excellent"
Vocabulary classified under Economics
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