prospect

Definitions

1. 1verb

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

2. 2verb

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

3. 3verb

   A position affording a fine view; a lookout.

4. 4verb

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

5. 5verb

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

6. 6verb

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

7. 7transitive verb

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

8. 8intransitive verb

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

9. 9noun

   a prediction of the course of a disease

   Synonyms

   prognosis
10. 10noun

    the visual percept of a region

    "the most desirable feature of the park are the beautiful views"

    Synonyms

    aspectpanoramasceneviewvista
11. 11noun

    belief about (or mental picture of) the future

    Synonyms

    expectationoutlook
12. 12noun

    someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.)

    Synonyms

    candidate
13. 13noun

    the possibility of future success

    "his prospects as a writer are excellent"

    Synonyms

    chance
14. 14verb

    explore for useful or valuable things or substances, such as minerals

15. 15verb

    search for something desirable

    "prospect a job"