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

• 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

And from a career standpoint, that may pose a bit of a risk. —Piet Levy, jsonline.com, 24 Aug. 2025

Sheffield has led the mayoral race from a fundraising standpoint, securing big donations from corporate leaders and political action committees. —Dana Afana, Freep.com, 23 Aug. 2025

This alone should justify—not just from a compliance standpoint, but from a strategic and economic perspective—the urgent need to implement meaningful AI literacy programs. —Nino Letteriello, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025

Not from a body standpoint, but both are right-handed sinker/sweeper guys that are looking to find their way against lefties. —Eno Sarris, New York Times, 22 Aug. 2025

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