standpoint

noun

stand·​point ˈstan(d)-ˌpȯint How to pronounce standpoint (audio)
: a position from which objects or principles are viewed and according to which they are compared and judged

Examples of standpoint in a Sentence

From an economic standpoint, the policy is sound. I never thought about it from that standpoint before.
Recent Examples on the Web From a wildlife standpoint those birds will take a hit for a year or two. Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 7 Mar. 2024 Having said that, Thielen’s strength in the slot somewhat limits what the Panthers can do from a versatility standpoint. Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2024 Even from a language standpoint, his first language is Spanish, not English. Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 5 Mar. 2024 What could have been done differently from a security standpoint? Mike Hendricks, Kansas City Star, 16 Feb. 2024 The report stated, ''Dividend investors approaching investing from a value standpoint are generally most interested in researching the strongest most profitable companies, that also happen to be trading at an attractive valuation. Dividend Channel, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2024 To win a Top Safety Pick award from a crash standpoint, Harkey said a vehicle must pass the following: Earn a good rating in two front crash tests and one side crash tests. Jamie L. Lareau, Detroit Free Press, 27 Feb. 2024 However, from an observational standpoint, the moon appears full for a few days around the actual full moon date. The Arizona Republic, 23 Feb. 2024 Most of the members of the Texas Nursery and Landscape Association from a retailing standpoint are local independent businesses, not the national chains. Neil Sperry, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1834, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of standpoint was in 1834

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“Standpoint.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/standpoint. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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standpoint

noun
stand·​point ˈstan(d)-ˌpȯint How to pronounce standpoint (audio)
: a position from which things are viewed and according to which they are compared and judged

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