viewer

noun

view·​er ˈvyü-ər How to pronounce viewer (audio)
Synonyms of viewernext
: 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

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.
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Instead, viewers online have started questioning the real-life ages of the series’ two leads, Ella Bright (who plays aspiring songwriter Hannah Wells) and Belmont Cameli (who plays college hockey star Garrett Graham). Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 27 May 2026 In fact, shows that took more than 30 months between seasons (such as Netflix’s Wednesday) had the highest viewer engagement. James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 27 May 2026 The Cubs’ opening win averaged 207,600 viewers, the White Sox’s victory Saturday averaged 172,600 viewers and the Sunday afternoon finale, a White Sox walk-off win in extra innings, averaged 219,700 viewers, according to Nielsen data provided by CHSN. Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026 Indeed, Busch showed an uncanny knack for analysis and was brilliant in educating viewers on what was happening with the cars and drivers on the track. Jeff Gluck, New York Times, 27 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for viewer

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of viewer was in the 15th century

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“Viewer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/viewer. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.

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viewer

noun
view·​er ˈvyü-ər How to pronounce viewer (audio)
: one that views
especially : an optical device used in viewing
a viewer for slides

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