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Definition of viewnext
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as in panorama
all that can be seen from a certain point the view of the mountains from the inn's porch is spectacular

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as in glimpse
an instance of looking especially briefly took a quick view of the Web page and decided that it didn't have what he was looking for

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How does the noun view contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of view are belief, conviction, opinion, persuasion, and sentiment. While all these words mean "a judgment one holds as true," view suggests a subjective opinion.

very assertive in stating his views

When is it sensible to use belief instead of view?

Although the words belief and view have much in common, belief implies often deliberate acceptance and intellectual assent.

a firm belief in her party's platform

When would conviction be a good substitute for view?

In some situations, the words conviction and view are roughly equivalent. However, conviction applies to a firmly and seriously held belief.

the conviction that animal life is as sacred as human

When can opinion be used instead of view?

The meanings of opinion and view largely overlap; however, opinion implies a conclusion thought out yet open to dispute.

each expert seemed to have a different opinion

Where would persuasion be a reasonable alternative to view?

The synonyms persuasion and view are sometimes interchangeable, but persuasion suggests a belief grounded on assurance (as by evidence) of its truth.

was of the persuasion that everything changes

In what contexts can sentiment take the place of view?

While the synonyms sentiment and view are close in meaning, sentiment suggests a settled opinion reflective of one's feelings.

her feminist sentiments are well-known

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of view
Noun
Their $80 million mega-mansion on North Bay Road in Miami Beach has nine bedrooms and nine bathrooms, and those privileged views of Biscayne Bay. Sarah Moreno february 11, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2026 The stream has since accumulated roughly 21 million total views, most of them after the live broadcast ended. Mars Salazar, Austin American Statesman, 11 Feb. 2026
Verb
By decoding the core mechanics of turbulent fluctuations, this research offers a new lens through which to view everything from the vast circulation of global oceans to the high-pressure environments inside jet engines. Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 Feb. 2026 The record-setting transaction is the largest merger of all time and values SpaceX at $1 trillion and xAI at $250 billion, according to documents viewed by CNBC. Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 10 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for view
Recent Examples of Synonyms for view
Noun
  • Both dramas from Asia offer a panorama of a family rocked by unexpected circumstances and grappling with the mundane realities of an economic life mismatched to their goals.
    Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Schmiede offers a rear window and ensuing 270-degree panorama optionally.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 10 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Public opinion surveys conducted for the report show much of the world is already fearful that is happening.
    Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Activists are using new tactics, such as micro protests, to increase participation and shift public opinion.
    Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 10 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • That patience may be why Helix feels less like a stunt and more like a glimpse of what comes next.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 8 Feb. 2026
  • Kennard quickly got a glimpse of what life will be like playing with the Lakers’ big three of Doncic, James and Reaves.
    Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 8 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • The inspection stems from a lawsuit filed by the Advocates for Human Rights in late January, which accuses federal agents at Whipple of denying detainees of their right to contact a lawyer.
    WCCO Staff, CBS News, 11 Feb. 2026
  • During routine inspection and maintenance, Austin Parks and Recreation and Austin Watershed Protection staff determined that a portion of the original 1940s bypass — an infrastructure feature designed to manage Barton Creek flow — is now unsupported underneath and potentially unstable.
    Dante Motley, Austin American Statesman, 11 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • The Premier League’s Key Match Incidents (KMI) panel, which reviews refereeing decisions, judged that he should have been sent off in both games against Brentford for fouls on Brazilian forward Igor Thiago.
    Jay Harris, New York Times, 8 Feb. 2026
  • This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Rhode Island editor.
    Staff Reports, The Providence Journal, 8 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • In one of several photos included in the 3 million new Epstein files, Mountbatten-Windsor is seen kneeling on all fours over an unidentified woman on the ground.
    James Powel, USA Today, 12 Feb. 2026
  • During the Super Bowl halftime show, the casita made an appearance again, and this time, the world would see its interior for the first time.
    Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 12 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • If the opportunity to sell Romero arises in the summer, Spurs should seriously consider cutting their losses and reinvesting the money in a more reliable defender.
    Jay Harris, New York Times, 8 Feb. 2026
  • While that is the standard that would be considered in a civil case, local investigators are also looking into whether any state laws were violated.
    Andy Rose, CNN Money, 7 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • From a design perspective, that reinforces Ratti’s desire to keep the emphasis on the flame itself and not the object.
    Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 6 Feb. 2026
  • This makes sense from a certain perspective.
    Big Think, Big Think, 6 Feb. 2026

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“View.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/view. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.

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