vantage point

noun

Synonyms of vantage pointnext
: 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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The vantage point James and Odin drag themselves from the swamp onto a scenic vantage point, not far from the road. — Emily Zemler, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Sep. 2026 That vantage point is what this article draws on, not the press coverage alone, and none of the brands involved are named here as an endorsement. — Agung Dwi Sandi, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026 Wildlife watching is a year-round event, and one of the best vantage points is the Owl’s Roost Tower above the swamp. — Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 23 Sep. 2026 Odeh leads tech and AI strategy at the UN agency that sets international tech standards, giving her a unique vantage point into how the UN system is adopting AI. — J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 23 Sep. 2026 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 4 Oct. 2026.

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