panorama
7 synonyms for panorama, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A wide, unobstructed view of an entire landscape or area.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use panorama
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a panorama of
sweeping panorama
Etymology
Coined in 1792 by painter Robert Barker from Greek pan- ("all") + horama ("view"), to describe his sweeping circular paintings.
Full origin of panorama →Frequently asked questions
What does “panorama” mean?
The word “panorama” means a wide, unobstructed view of an entire landscape or area. In plain terms, a complete, wide-angle view — literal (a landscape) or figurative (a broad overview).
How do you pronounce “panorama”?
“Panorama” is pronounced pan-uh-RAM-uh (/ˌpæn.əˈɹæm.ə/ in IPA).
How do you use “panorama” in a sentence?
Here is “panorama” used in a sentence: “From the summit, they took in a panorama of the whole valley.”
What part of speech is “panorama”?
“Panorama” is a noun.
Where does the word “panorama” come from?
The word “panorama” dates back to around 1792 and comes from Greek. Coined in 1792 by painter Robert Barker from Greek pan- ("all") + horama ("view"), to describe his sweeping circular paintings.
Is “panorama” a common word?
“Panorama” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “panorama” have?
“Panorama” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a wide, unobstructed view of an entire landscape or area.
