standpoint

noun

stand·​point ˈstan(d)-ˌpȯint 

: a position from which objects or principles are viewed and according to which they are compared and judged

Synonyms of standpoint

• perspective
• viewpoint
• outlook

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 an entertainment standpoint, people are just so enthralled by the action. — Anusha Praturu, Vulture, 21 Sep. 2026

Erling Haaland From a popularity standpoint, no one had a better World Cup than the Norweigan striker. — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026

Quizzed on the biggest challenge on a production standpoint, Kim cited the building of the Cube, an elevator-like set. — Annika Pham, Variety, 17 Sep. 2026

Going for it on fourth down has been correct from a strategy standpoint. — Joe Rexrode, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1834, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for standpoint

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

Kids Definition

standpoint

noun

stand·​point ˈstan(d)-ˌpȯint 

: a position from which things are viewed and according to which they are compared and judged