viewpoint

noun

ˈvyü-ˌpȯint How to pronounce viewpoint (audio)
Definition of viewpointnext
as in perspective
a way of looking at or thinking about something my viewpoint on the issue is similar to my best friend's but very different from my parents'

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Recent Examples of viewpoint Bungee jumping, paragliding, mountain biking, rock climbing—the river canyon has it all, plus plenty of viewpoints to capture the dramatic scenery. — Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 22 Aug. 2026 That’s the moment to slow down, seek perspective and alternate viewpoints, not speed up. — Big Think, 21 Aug. 2026 Sadly but realistically, from a business viewpoint, Orlando would be challenged to be one of the best two options for MLB right now. — Rich Bradley, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Aug. 2026 This faster pace was a key element that allowed progress to become an idea, a viewpoint, a mental and social state. — Literary Hub, 20 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for viewpoint
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  1. perspective
  2. outlook
Noun
  • Theoretically, Newcastle had decent capacity to bring in a forward from both a Premier League squad cost ratio (SCR) and a UEFA financial rules perspective.
    — Chris Waugh, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026
  • From a retail perspective, Bryan Gildenberg, managing director of Retail Cities, pointed to the changing competitive landscape facing Shein.
    — Jenny Lee, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of perspective
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  • And some of the outlook may have less to do with the immediate issues and more about life stage.
    — R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026
  • Going forward, market focus will shift to Burnham's choice for Chancellor of the Exchequer, potential tweaks to fiscal rules, and the outlook for the upcoming Autumn Budget.
    — , CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of outlook

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“Viewpoint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/viewpoint. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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