view

noun
\ ˈvyü How to pronounce view (audio) \

Definition of view

 (Entry 1 of 2)

1 : extent or range of vision : sight tried to keep the ship in view sat high in the bleachers to get a good view
2 : the act of seeing or examining : inspection also : survey a view of English literature
3a : a mode or manner of looking at or regarding something
b : an opinion or judgment colored by the feeling or bias of its holder in my view the plan will fail
4 : scene, prospect the lovely view from the balcony
5 : the foreseeable future no hope in view
6 : a pictorial representation
in view of
: in regard to : in consideration of
on view
: open to public inspection : on exhibition
with a view to
: with the object of studied hard with a view to getting an A

view

verb
viewed; viewing; views

Definition of view (Entry 2 of 2)

transitive verb

1 : to look at attentively : scrutinize, observe view an exhibit
2a : see, watch
b : to look on in a particular light : regard doesn't view himself as a rebel
3 : to survey or examine mentally : consider view all sides of a question

Choose the Right Synonym for view

Noun

opinion, view, belief, conviction, persuasion, sentiment mean a judgment one holds as true. opinion implies a conclusion thought out yet open to dispute. each expert seemed to have a different opinion view suggests a subjective opinion. very assertive in stating his views belief implies often deliberate acceptance and intellectual assent. a firm belief in her party's platform conviction applies to a firmly and seriously held belief. the conviction that animal life is as sacred as human persuasion suggests a belief grounded on assurance (as by evidence) of its truth. was of the persuasion that everything changes sentiment suggests a settled opinion reflective of one's feelings. her feminist sentiments are well-known

Examples of view in a Sentence

Noun The views expressed herein are strictly those of the author. There is no evidence to support that view. The ship slowly sailed out of view. The ship disappeared from view. Verb The building is most impressive when viewed from the front. A medical examiner is now viewing the evidence. The program was viewed by millions of people. Different people view this problem in different ways. See More
Recent Examples on the Web: Noun The contents of the civil complaint demonstrate why a veteran prosecutor like Pomerantz may have taken this view. John Cassidy, The New Yorker, 22 Sep. 2022 YouTube also said the company had recently increased its capacity to measure view rates on problematic content in Spanish, according to González. Naomi Nix, Washington Post, 22 Sep. 2022 Columbia University is working on a new report that aims to give policymakers a sharper view on how to overcome obstacles to scaling renewables and network and storage infrastructures. Byignacio Galán, Fortune, 22 Sep. 2022 That historic flyby gave humanity its first up-close view of the solar system's eighth planet. Denise Chow, NBC News, 21 Sep. 2022 His dissent in Roe reflected his opposition to the court’s creating new constitutional rights, a view also reflected in his dissent in Miranda v. Arizona (1966), which required police to inform criminal suspects of their rights. WSJ, 21 Sep. 2022 Aerial view of Mar-a-Lago, the estate of former President Donald Trump, in Palm Beach, Florida. Graham Kates, CBS News, 21 Sep. 2022 The speech amounts to a bold statement of the new prime minister’s world view. Jill Lawless, ajc, 21 Sep. 2022 Speaking at the 77th UN General Assembly, the French president yesterday (Sept. 20) amplified Modi’s recent view on wars. Harish Pullanoor, Quartz, 21 Sep. 2022 Recent Examples on the Web: Verb With so many prospects playing and spread out on numerous field, the Perfect Game website has a link for scouts and coaches to rent golf carts in order to maximize their ability to view as many prospects as possible. Richard Davenport, Arkansas Online, 6 Oct. 2022 The spectators had traveled great distances for a chance to view these massive birds take off. Jake Frederico, The Arizona Republic, 6 Oct. 2022 But Lundgren is hoping this study could shift how conservationists and researchers view the donkeys. Grace Tooheystaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2022 President Biden and first lady Jill Biden will visit Fort Myers, Florida, to view damage from Hurricane Ian, receive a briefing on the storm response, speak with residents and deliver remarks. ABC News, 5 Oct. 2022 A week after Hurricane Ian slammed into Florida, residents of one of its barrier islands will be allowed to return to view their homes Wednesday for the first time since the storm devastated the once tranquil community. Nouran Salahieh, CNN, 5 Oct. 2022 Unfortunately for star seekers, this meteor shower will be harder to view due to the conflicting full moon. Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 4 Oct. 2022 The public will then be invited to view the new stores. San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Oct. 2022 The closest spot to view runners at the finish line is the Bank of America Cheer Zone at Mile 26, Michigan Avenue and Roosevelt Road. Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 4 Oct. 2022 See More

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First Known Use of view

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Verb

1544, in the meaning defined at sense 1

History and Etymology for view

Noun

Middle English vewe, vyewe, from Anglo-French, from feminine of veu, viewe, past participle of veer to see, from Latin vidēre — more at wit

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The first known use of view was in the 14th century

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vieux jeu

view

viewable

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24 Sep 2022

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“View.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/view. Accessed 9 Oct. 2022.

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view

noun
\ ˈvyü How to pronounce view (audio) \

Kids Definition of view

 (Entry 1 of 2)

1 : opinion sense 1 In his view, the plan will fail.
2 : all that can be seen from a certain place The house has a view of the lake.
3 : range of vision There is no one in view.
4 : purpose She studies with a view to passing.
5 : a picture that represents something that can be seen The postcard shows a beach view.

view

verb
viewed; viewing

Kids Definition of view (Entry 2 of 2)

1 : to look at carefully We'll view the museum's exhibits.
2 : see entry 1 sense 1 A large audience viewed the movie.
3 : regard entry 2 sense 1 I've always viewed him as a friend.

Other Words from view

viewer noun

view

noun
\ ˈvyü How to pronounce view (audio) \

Medical Definition of view

: a radiographic image of the body or a body part often taken with the body or part oriented in a standardized way in relation to the imaging beam of radiation

called also projection

— see waters' view

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