worldview
Worldview (noun) means a person's or group's overall way of seeing and interpreting the world. Example: “Their travels broadened her worldview considerably.”
How to use worldview
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe lens through which someone understands and interprets everything around them.
Word forms
worldviews plural
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Etymology
A direct translation of the German word "Weltanschauung" — "world" plus "view."
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What does “worldview” mean?
The word “worldview” means a person's or group's overall way of seeing and interpreting the world. In plain terms, the lens through which someone understands and interprets everything around them.
How do you use “worldview” in a sentence?
Here is “worldview” used in a sentence: “Their travels broadened her worldview considerably.”
What is another word for “worldview”?
Words with a similar meaning to “worldview” include weltanschauung, philosophy and belief system.
What part of speech is “worldview”?
“Worldview” is a noun.
Where does the word “worldview” come from?
The word “worldview” comes from German. A direct translation of the German word "Weltanschauung" — "world" plus "view.".
Is “worldview” a common word?
“Worldview” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
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