weitblickend

far-sighted, visionary, forward-looking

adjective VYT-bli-kent Rare

Usage Note

Weitblickend describes the ability to anticipate consequences and plan for the long term; eine weitblickende Politikerin looks beyond the next election. Related to Weitblick (foresight). Highly positive in leadership contexts.

Examples

"Die weitblickende Unternehmerin investierte früh in erneuerbare Energien."

Natural Translation

The far-sighted entrepreneur invested early in renewable energy.

Literal Translation

The visionary entrepreneur invested early in renewable energies.

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