point of view

noun phrase

Synonyms of point of viewnext
: a position or perspective from which something is considered or evaluated : standpoint

Examples of point of view in a Sentence

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From her point of view, the situation required a much clearer line in the sand. Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 21 Mar. 2026 Exploring alternate points of view could be easier than usual as passionate Mars in your inspirational 9th house trines optimistic Jupiter in your very own sign. Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2026 Purnell’s thesis or point of view for his film is unclear. Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 20 Mar. 2026 There were a lot of rumors and people who had points of view that weren’t verified. Anna Moeslein, Glamour, 19 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for point of view

Word History

First Known Use

1793, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of point of view was in 1793

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“Point of view.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/point%20of%20view. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.

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point of view

: a way of looking at or thinking about something : standpoint
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