vantage point

noun

: a position or standpoint from which something is viewed or considered
especially : point of view

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.
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But from Clark’s vantage point (up-close to some of the top researchers in the world), Sacks’ assessment is premature. Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 17 Oct. 2025 The 34-year-old now has the distance to reflect on his unique vantage point on this enduring managerial rivalry. Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 17 Oct. 2025 The firm’s cross-sector experience also offers a unique vantage point. Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 17 Oct. 2025 The rings appear to intersect which researchers believe is because of our vantage point from Earth, but they are likely separated in space. Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 14 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for vantage point

Word History

First Known Use

1847, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of vantage point was in 1847

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“Vantage point.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vantage%20point. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.

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