vantage point

noun

: a position or standpoint from which something is viewed or considered

especially : point of view

Synonyms of vantage point

• perspective
• viewpoint
• point of view
• outlook

Examples of vantage point in a Sentence

You can see the whole valley from this vantage point.

From our vantage point in the 21st century, it is difficult to imagine life without computers.

Recent Examples on the Web

Robinson leads me to one of his favorite vantage points of the symmetrical home, designed by iconoclastic architect Bruce Goff and completed in 1950. — Web Behrens, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026

The Paranoia From the vantage point of an employer, the race can sometimes seem like a slow walk, where the employees take it easy. — Adithyan Rk, Forbes.com, 30 Oct. 2026

From her vantage point, the current system is fragmented with no clear authority. — Jon Regardie, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2026

An expansive sun deck, with a pool and lounge chairs, is the perfect vantage point for sweeping views of the Nile River and its surroundings. — Susan B. Barnes, Travel + Leisure, 29 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1847, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for vantage point

• adjoint
• anoint
• appoint
• checkpoint
• conjoint
• disjoint
• endpoint
• gunpoint
• midpoint
• nonpoint
• pinpoint
• standpoint

Kids Definition

vantage point

noun

: point of view