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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

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Recent Examples of view
Noun
The white blob toward the left is actually the planet's south pole, depicting a high-resolution view of the water-ice-rich area in this region on Mars. Monisha Ravisetti, Space.com, 20 May 2026 The 75-page document has sections apparently written by Caleb Vazquez, 18, and Cain Clark, 17, and includes material that espouses anti-Islamic, antisemitic and anti-LGBTQ views and promotes white supremacist ideology. Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 20 May 2026
Verb
The film occupies territory between romance and psychological study, a tonal balance Sode navigated by viewing romantic feeling as inseparable from broader human need. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 19 May 2026 Sometime after Drive, probably between Only God Forgives and The Neon Demon, Nicolas Winding Refn decided to make movies, plus a few TV series, for the unique viewing pleasure of Nicolas Winding Refn. Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 19 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for view
Recent Examples of Synonyms for view
Noun
  • Chipmunks chitter around the bald summit as travelers marvel at the vast panorama unfurling at their feet.
    Shilo Urban, Travel + Leisure, 19 May 2026
  • Book a corner suite for 180-degree panoramas, and request a Chapultepec-facing room for incredible park views.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026
Noun
  • Regardless of the ultimate outcome, neither tech magnate is likely to win in the court of public opinion, said University of California at Berkeley Law School professor Stavros Gadinis.
    Ashley Capoot,Lora Kolodny, CNBC, 18 May 2026
  • In that same light, McIlroy, Lowry, or any other player is absolutely entitled to share their opinions of a setup, and outside of an egregious statement, shouldn't take flak.
    Mark Harris OutKick, FOXNews.com, 18 May 2026
Noun
  • In the 18th century, whisky began to be legally sold—the first glimpses of today’s modern industry.
    Carinne Geil Botta, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
  • Bob’s grandfather peered through the fence at League Park to catch a glimpse of Game 1 of the 1920 World Series.
    Zack Meisel, New York Times, 16 May 2026
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  • State inspectors found the room of human remains at Davis Mortuary in August during their first inspection of the facility after state lawmakers beefed up Colorado funeral home regulations in the wake of other, similar scandals.
    Katie Langford, Denver Post, 20 May 2026
  • Whereas Gérard could speedily and precisely pick up packages for inspection before moving them along, the robots moved at a slower but methodical pace.
    Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 20 May 2026
Verb
  • Partners have no control over or input into the reporting or editing process and do not review stories before publication.
    Data Skrive, New York Times, 17 May 2026
  • The City Council directed the city auditor to review its contracts with the Greater Kansas City Coalition to End Homelessness, an agency that has received city funds to support efforts around homelessness.
    Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 16 May 2026
Verb
  • Fox joined a Spurs team that had Paul start all 82 games last season, watched the Spurs replace Paul with second-overall draft pick Dylan Harper and then saw Stephon Castle build on his Rookie of the Year campaign by leading San Antonio in touches and assists.
    Law Murray, New York Times, 21 May 2026
  • Some saw the chance to steer Cuba to a model like Vietnam, where communist rule coexisted with a thriving economy.
    Chris Kenning, USA Today, 21 May 2026
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  • Maybe more importantly, he was considered one of the most NFL-ready receivers in this class, which gives him a better chance to contribute early with a QB who expects precision and professionalism.
    Mike DeFabo, New York Times, 17 May 2026
  • Bartholomew Street — in recent years considered the spine of an arts and innovation district — leads to the successful Parkville Market and Real Art Ways, the contemporary arts center now in the midst of a $24 million expansion.
    Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 17 May 2026
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  • With the manager having experience on both New York clubs for the series, Mendoza shared his thoughts when asked if the perspective of the Subway Series is different between the Mets and Yankees.
    Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 14 May 2026
  • What to read next The series is told from three perspectives, including the fictional Prime Minister Shinji Azuma (Fumiyo Kohinata), the power plant’s courageous manager, Yoshida (Koji Yakusho), and several workers who risked their lives to prevent the worst-case scenario from taking shape.
    David Faris, TheWeek, 14 May 2026

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“View.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/view. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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