viewer

noun

view·​er ˈvyü-ər 

: one that views: such as

a

: a person who watches television

b

: a person legally appointed to inspect and report on property

c

: an optical device used in viewing

Synonyms

• bystander
• observer
• onlooker
• spectator
• watcher

Examples of viewer in a Sentence

The program attracts millions of viewers every week.

She is a regular viewer of the evening news.

The exhibit was surrounded by a large crowd of viewers.

Recent Examples on the Web

Pat Sajak commemorated his final episode hosting Wheel of Fortune by reflecting on the gameshow's lasting impact and thanking longtime viewers in a heart felt speech. —Esther Kang, Peoplemag, 8 June 2024

By Judy Berman June 7, 2024 7:00 AM EDT Hulu’s wonderful new dramedy Queenie opens with an overhead, medium close-up shot that puts viewers face-to-face with the show’s namesake heroine. —Judy Berman, TIME, 7 June 2024

For six amazing seasons, the CW’s All American has resonated with so many viewers globally—specifically young people of color. —Okla Jones, Essence, 4 June 2024

But in the third season, viewers discover that Pete may have the coolest ghost power of all: the ability to leave the Woodstone property. —Max Gao, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

viewer

noun

view·​er ˈvyü-ər 

: one that views

especially : an optical device used in viewing

a viewer for slides