point of view

noun phrase

: a position or perspective from which something is considered or evaluated : standpoint

Examples of point of view in a Sentence

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Even the best software solution, if arrogantly configured from a myopic point of view (perhaps one that is right only in one location), can be viewed as a failure of the entire department, impacting IT’s reputation. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025 If your point of view can’t be replicated, neither can your brand. Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 20 June 2025 Watch parties, friend groups, social media zeitgeist and, at the time, very contrarian points of view. Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 20 June 2025 Later the narrative point of view includes some characters who have more or less intimate encounters with one or more Samuelson. Jane Ciabattari june 17, Literary Hub, 17 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for point of view

Word History

First Known Use

1793, in the meaning defined above

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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 30 Jun. 2025.

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point of view

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