viewer

noun

view·​er ˈvyü-ər 

: one that views: such as

a

: a person who watches television

b

: a person legally appointed to inspect and report on property

c

: an optical device used in viewing

Synonyms of viewer

• observer
• spectator

Examples of viewer in a Sentence

The program attracts millions of viewers every week.

She is a regular viewer of the evening news.

The exhibit was surrounded by a large crowd of viewers.

Recent Examples on the Web

The concert film was released alongside The End of an Era, a six-part documentary series which gave viewers a behind-the-scenes look into the massive tour and Swift’s personal life. — Jaeden Pinder, Rolling Stone, 8 July 2026

Season 34 was a massive ratings success, continually gaining viewers as the season progressed. — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 8 July 2026

In an increasingly fragmented media landscape, building ties to readers and viewers has become a priority not just for The Hill, but other news brands which have rolled out products designed to encourage two-way communication. — Mark Joyella, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

Here's everything fans and viewers need to know ahead of the 2026 ESPYS. — Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 8 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for viewer

• bluer
• breuer
• brewer
• couper
• ewer
• fewer
• fluor
• hewer
• newer
• sewer
• skewer
• truer

Kids Definition

viewer

noun

view·​er ˈvyü-ər 

: one that views

especially : an optical device used in viewing

a viewer for slides