worldview

noun

world·​view ˈwərl(d)-ˌvyü How to pronounce worldview (audio)
: a comprehensive conception or apprehension of the world especially from a specific standpoint

called also weltanschauung

Examples of worldview in a Sentence

The two groups have very different worldviews.
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Living in different locations offers a unique opportunity to reflect on how your worldview has changed based on your new experiences. Mark Travers, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024 Whether this is nihilistic or comforting depends on your worldview. Ruth Madievsky, The Atlantic, 20 Nov. 2024 Look for opportunities to connect with people who challenge your perspective and broaden your worldview. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024 We’re inundated with remakes—recognizable storylines and premises that repeat the familiar rather than juddering-ly rearrange our worldview. Raven Smith, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for worldview 

Word History

First Known Use

1848, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of worldview was in 1848

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“Worldview.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/worldview. Accessed 7 Dec. 2024.

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