point of view

noun phrase

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

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Once Sofia has captured their initial spark from Marie’s point of view, her male colleagues insist on getting another shot from Fersen’s. — Radhika Seth, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026 That means tracking market shifts, media themes and customer concerns, then turning those signals into timely points of view and proof. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 20 Oct. 2026 Menswear extends that same point of view to a new customer, translating the house’s tailoring and sculptural codes into a men’s wardrobe. — Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2026 When Weiss and her aides shift coverage closer to Israel’s point of view, their actions promptly leak to outlets like the Guardian and Status, the daily media newsletter that has relentlessly chronicled Weiss’ real and perceived missteps. — semafor.com, 19 Oct. 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 22 Oct. 2026.

Kids Definition

point of view

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

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