panorama

noun

pan·​o·​rama ˌpa-nə-ˈra-mə  -ˈrä- 

1

a

: cyclorama sense 1

b

: a picture exhibited a part at a time by being unrolled before the spectator

2

a

: an unobstructed or complete view of an area in every direction

provides a panorama of the entire bay

b

: a comprehensive presentation of a subject

a panorama of American history

c

: range

faced a panorama of problems

3

: a mental picture of a series of images or events

Synonyms of panorama

• view

Examples of panorama in a Sentence

we admired the breathtaking panorama from the top of the mountain

Recent Examples on the Web

Our tester came with a host of upgrades including a Mark Levinson premium audio system, panorama glass roof, upgraded technology features and technology package, which added about $3,500 or so. —Marc D Grasso, Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2026

Over seven miles long, the out-and-back route takes about six hours to complete and offers wide panoramas across the park. —Andrea Bussell, Travel + Leisure, 24 Apr. 2026

Even without a treatment booking, guests may cycle through the hydrotherapy circuit—steam, sauna, hot and cold plunge—while gazing at city panoramas. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026

Our tester came with a host of upgrades including a Mark Levinson premium audio system, panorama glass roof, upgraded technology features and technology package, which added about $3,500 or so. —Marc D. Grasso, Boston Herald, 23 Apr. 2026

Word History

Etymology

pan- + Greek hórāma "something seen, sight, spectacle," from horā-, stem of horân "to look, see" + -ma, resultative noun suffix — more at ware entry 2

First Known Use

1791, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Rhymes for panorama

• diorama
• trichogramma
• gamma
• grama
• gramma

Kids Definition

panorama

noun

pan·​ora·​ma

ˌpan-ə-ˈram-ə, 

-ˈräm-

1

: a picture shown a part at a time by being unrolled before the spectator

2

: a full and clear view in every direction

3

: a complete presentation of a subject

panoramic

-ˈram-ik

adjective