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Viewed (adj) means looked at, watched, or regarded in a particular way (usually as part of a longer phrase). Example: “The most-viewed clip on the site was a cat falling off a chair.”

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Looked at, watched, or regarded in a particular way (usually as part of a longer phrase).
"The most-viewed clip on the site was a cat falling off a chair."
"His actions were widely viewed as reckless."

How to Use Viewed

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishPast-tense/past-participle form of "view" — looked at or regarded.

Common pairings
widely viewed most-viewed viewed as

Word Forms

more viewed comparative, most viewed superlative

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “viewed” mean?

The word “viewed” means looked at, watched, or regarded in a particular way (usually as part of a longer phrase). In plain terms, past-tense/past-participle form of "view" — looked at or regarded.

How do you pronounce “viewed”?

“Viewed” is pronounced vyood (/vjuːd/ in IPA).

How do you use “viewed” in a sentence?

Here is “viewed” used in a sentence: “The most-viewed clip on the site was a cat falling off a chair.”

What part of speech is “viewed”?

“Viewed” is an adjective.

Is “viewed” a common word?

“Viewed” is a fairly common word in modern English.

What is the difference between 'viewed' and 'seen'?

"Viewed" suggests deliberately looking at or considering something, often in a particular way, while "seen" simply means perceived with the eyes. A plan can be "viewed favourably," but you would not say it is "seen favourably" in that same considered sense.

What is the difference between 'viewed as' and 'seen as'?

Both mean regarded or considered as something and are largely interchangeable, as in "viewed as a success" or "seen as a success." "Viewed as" can sound slightly more formal, but the meaning is the same.

What preposition follows 'viewed'?

"Viewed" is often followed by "as" to show how something is regarded, as in "viewed as risky," or by "from" and "by," as in "viewed from above" or "viewed by millions." The choice depends on whether you mean interpretation, vantage point, or audience.

Is 'viewed' the same as 'reviewed'?

No. "Viewed" means looked at or regarded in a particular way, while "reviewed" means examined or assessed, often critically. A film that is widely viewed has a large audience, whereas a film that is reviewed has been judged by critics.

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