Outcome/ˈaʊtkʌm/ Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Beyond Success Outcome focuses on the end result, not just success or victory. Despite our efforts, the final outcome was out of our hands. Pro Tip 2/3Future Uncertainty Outcomes are often uncertain and can be influenced by many factors. We're working hard, but the project's outcome is still uncertain. Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Immediate Some outcomes take time to develop and may not be immediate. She waited anxiously for the outcome of her job interview.