aspect

noun

ˈa-ˌspekt How to pronounce aspect (audio)
Definition of aspectnext
1
as in side
a certain way in which something appears or may be regarded depending on what aspect of college life you consider most important, there are several colleges which might be good for you

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2
as in presence
the outward form of someone or something especially as indicative of a quality he has the aspect of a man used to giving orders and seeing them obeyed

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3
as in orientation
the state or fact of facing a particular direction the harbor's northern aspect means that vessels are often exposed to strong winds

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4
as in gaze
archaic a fixed intent look his aspect was focused on the distant shore

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Recent Examples of aspect The aspect of the painting that troubles me most, though, is the sleeve of Amélie’s dress. — Zachary Fine, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026 Pearce was celebrating five years of Opry membership and would return later to channel many aspects of Dolly, from her humor and fierce independence to her Appalachian roots. — Chris Parton, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026 One of the most devestating aspects of modern medicine and drug development is the constantly evolving nature of harmful pathogens and bacteria. — Dr. Sai Balasubramanian, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026 If there is an aspect of life that could be improved, it can probably be maxxed. — Jennifer Donnelly, Scientific American, 30 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for aspect
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aspect
  1. side
  2. presence
  3. orientation
  4. gaze
  5. hand
  6. attitude
  7. eye
  8. phase
Noun
  • Some China watchers, however, are keeping their expectations low, as both sides appear to be more interested in avoiding moves that would risk their current trade truce.
    — Justina Lee, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026
  • This bra uses flexible jelly support for shaping and providing a natural-looking boost, while higher side bands offer more coverage around the underarms and back.
    — Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of side
Noun
  • Pratt’s steady presence in all of his roles is huge for the Vikings.
    — Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Imax has a global presence and connections to most major studios as well as cinema partners worldwide.
    — Sarah Whitten, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of presence
Noun
  • Long, parallel avenues organize the space into legible districts —lending order to the swirling movement — with the oculus serving as a useful center of orientation.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026
  • Just check the orientation before booking, since where the balloons actually drift will always depend on that morning’s wind.
    — Scott Campbell, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of orientation
Noun
  • Winner of the Best Actress prize at Sarajevo after premiering in the Berlinale’s Perspectives section, the film has a bleak, unflinching gaze that sometimes skims the edges of shock-value miserablism.
    — Beatrice Loayza, Variety, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Anton, whose gaze at the couple can only be described as wistful.
    — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of gaze
Noun
  • Also in the courtroom was Davis’ son, who covered his face with one hand.
    — Jonathan Landrum Jr, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Observing tips The September full moon is a perfect time to try your hand at astrophotography!
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of hand
Noun
  • Before Gus could take on that role, Bell first had to find a dog with the right attitude for the job.
    — Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
  • In a sport like golf, where grinders like Clark are revered, that sort of head-down, do-the-work attitude may be what ends up appealing to fans.
    — Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of attitude
Noun
  • Its exterior is rich with symbolism, from stone carvings representing the all-seeing eye of God to a golden statue, atop the highest spire, of an angel blowing a trumpet to herald the Second Coming.
    — Brandon Griggs, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Unlike the heavy smoky eyes and cut creases of the 2010s, this trend is throwing it back to the 1990s when smoky eyes were more minimalist.
    — Elle Turner, Glamour, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of eye
Noun
  • El Niño and La Niña are opposite phases of the El Niño-Southern Oscillation, or ENSO, one of the most powerful naturally occurring climate patterns on Earth, the WMO said.
    — Doyle Rice, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2026
  • The researchers say a phase-change heatsink can reduce size and weight by more than 50 percent while maintaining the thermal capacity of a conventional design.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of phase

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