forward-looking

Meaning

Planning for the future and anticipating future needs rather than focusing on the past.

Examples

• The company is praised for its forward-looking approach to environmental sustainability.
• She is known as a forward-looking leader who always prepares for potential market shifts.

Pronunciation: ˈfɔːrwərdˌlʊkɪŋ

Synonyms of forward-looking

Words with a similar meaning to forward-looking:

• progressive
• proactive
• visionary
• prescient

Antonyms of forward-looking

Words with the opposite meaning to forward-looking:

• backward-looking
• reactionary