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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To create a sort of community, a point of view, a more human perspective. Luke Leitch, Vogue, 7 Mar. 2026 When disagreements arise, acknowledge everyone’s different points of view before jumping to defend your ideas. Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 6 Mar. 2026 Rosenberg’s Night Night Fawn is all the more audacious for assuming that parent’s point of view. Literary Hub, 5 Mar. 2026 Even with the consciousness-swapping, Chong maintains point of view with a few smart creative choices. Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 5 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for point of view

Word History

First Known Use

1793, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 9 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

point of view

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