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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
The four-bedroom, four-bathroom house features a spectacular view of L.A.’s cityscape. Colson Thayer, People.com, 31 July 2025 Younger or more timid guests, like my youngest, may prefer Flight of the Hippogriff, a family coaster alongside Hagrid’s hut with terrific views of the park. Eve Chen, USA Today, 31 July 2025
Verb
Fight videos with race angles have been appointment viewing on Elon Musk’s X. David Weigel, semafor.com, 1 Aug. 2025 Medvedev was once viewed as more moderate by the West. Andrew Stanton gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for view
Recent Examples of Synonyms for view
Noun
  • Both hikes offer relatively short (one- to 1.5-hour) ascents, steep drops, and full panoramas revealed only in the final steps.
    Phil Thomas, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2025
  • Bryon Ward, a developer leading the landside renovation of Dana Point Harbor’s nearly $600 million remodel, enthusiastically walked across the top deck of the new three-level parking structure, pointing out the dramatic view into the harbor and the panorama of the Pacific Ocean beyond.
    Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 3 July 2025
Noun
  • The escalation comes after Castro, one of two commissioners who voted against changing the elections without voters weighing in, asked Coral Gables City Attorney Cristina Suárez for a formal legal opinion.
    Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 1 Aug. 2025
  • On Monday, Guggenheim analyst Michael Morris reiterated a buy opinion while raising price target on Pinterest to $44 per share from $39.
    Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 1 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • For many, stepping off that plane was their first glimpse into a different kind of reality for themselves as Africans.
    Sindiswa Mabunda, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
  • For a glimpse into Everglades City’s storied past, book a room at the The Rod & Gun Club a historic private club that’s now open the public as a hotel and resort.
    Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 27 July 2025
Noun
  • But within months of closing came the building’s 50-year inspection.
    Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 30 July 2025
  • Another clip shows the plane safely towed after inspection.
    Colson Thayer, People.com, 29 July 2025
Verb
  • To review or object to instances where our partners assert a legitimate interest in utilizing your data, please visit our vendors page.
    Matthew Strauss, Pitchfork, 1 Aug. 2025
  • Partners have no control over or input into the reporting or editing process and do not review stories before publication.
    Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Suspect is Michael Paul Brown and was last seen in the Stumptown area.
    Jenna Sundel Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Aug. 2025
  • Laporta is hoping to build on a domestic double-winning season last term and is excited to see some of the new additions to the squad, including English forward Marcus Rashford.
    Amanda Davies, CNN Money, 1 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Earlier that month, Dobie students, teachers and families learned the district is considering closing their 51-year-old campus or handing it over to a charter operator in the fall as a preemptive measure to stave off severe state sanctions.
    Keri Heath, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
  • While some customers remain loyal, others are considering switching brands due to ongoing quality issues.
    Jamie L. LaReau, Freep.com, 30 July 2025
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  • Now comes the exciting or fear-inducing part, depending on your perspective, salary negotiations.
    Kate Wieczorek, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
  • But from a social perspective, disgrace and ruin were very real, pressing threats.
    Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 28 July 2025

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“View.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/view. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.

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