viewpoint
VYOO-poynt
Viewpoint (noun) means a person's particular way of thinking about a subject; an opinion or perspective. Example: “The documentary presents the conflict from both sides' viewpoints.”
noun
1
A person's particular way of thinking about a subject; an opinion or perspective.
"The documentary presents the conflict from both sides' viewpoints."
"From my viewpoint, working from home makes people more productive."
"It helps to listen to a viewpoint that differs from your own."
2
The physical position from which something is seen.
"From this viewpoint, you can see the whole valley."
"We climbed to a viewpoint above the harbour and took photographs."
"The best viewpoint for watching the sunset is at the top of the hill."
How to use viewpoint
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn angle on things — either literally where you're standing, or figuratively how you see an issue.
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Common pairings
from my viewpoint
scenic viewpoint
differing viewpoints
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Etymology
A straightforward compound of "view" and "point."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for viewpoint
point
joint
anoint
appoint
endpoint
pinpoint
gunpoint
standpoint
disappoint
PowerPoint
checkpoint
needlepoint
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Frequently asked questions
What does “viewpoint” mean?
The word “viewpoint” means a person's particular way of thinking about a subject; an opinion or perspective. In plain terms, an angle on things — either literally where you're standing, or figuratively how you see an issue.
How do you pronounce “viewpoint”?
“Viewpoint” is pronounced VYOO-poynt (/ˈvjuː.pɔɪnt/ in IPA).
How do you use “viewpoint” in a sentence?
Here is “viewpoint” used in a sentence: “The documentary presents the conflict from both sides' viewpoints.”
What part of speech is “viewpoint”?
“Viewpoint” is a noun.
Is “viewpoint” a common word?
“Viewpoint” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “viewpoint” have?
“Viewpoint” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person's particular way of thinking about a subject; an opinion or perspective.
What is the difference between viewpoint and point of view?
Viewpoint and point of view are essentially synonymous when referring to a person's particular way of thinking about a subject, an opinion or perspective. "Point of view" is slightly more common in everyday speech, while "viewpoint" is often used in more formal or written contexts.
Can viewpoint refer to a physical location?
Yes, viewpoint can also mean the physical position from which something is seen, such as a scenic viewpoint overlooking a landscape, in addition to its figurative meaning of an opinion or perspective.
How is viewpoint used in writing or film?
In writing or film, viewpoint often refers to whose perspective a story is told from, shaping what the audience sees and how events are interpreted.
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