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view

[ vjuː ]

Noun / Verb

Oxford 3000 Touring

^{Context #1 | Noun}

point of sight

The act of seeing or examining, a sight or prospect, range of sight or vision.

Synonyms

landscape, panorama, scene, sight, vista

Examples of usage

The view from the mountaintop was breathtaking.
She had a clear view of the stage from her seat.
The hotel room had a beautiful view of the ocean.
He wanted to enjoy the view of the sunset.
The view of the city skyline was amazing.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

opinion

A particular way of considering or regarding something, an attitude or point of view.

Synonyms

belief, opinion, perspective, point of view, stance

Examples of usage

In my view, we should proceed with caution.
Everyone has a different view on this matter.
Her view on politics is quite conservative.
What's your view on the new policy?
He respected her views on the topic.

^{Context #3 | Verb}

look at

To look at or inspect closely, to observe or contemplate.

Synonyms

consider, contemplate, examine, inspect, observe

Examples of usage

She views the painting with admiration.
He views the situation from a different angle.
They viewed the evidence with skepticism.
He views life as a journey.
The detective viewed the crime scene carefully.

Translations

Translations of the word "view" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vista

🇮🇳 दृश्य

🇩🇪 Ansicht

🇮🇩 pandangan

🇺🇦 вид

перегляд
бачити

🇵🇱 widok

🇯🇵 眺め (ながめ)

🇫🇷 vue

🇪🇸 vista

🇹🇷 manzara

🇰🇷 보기

🇸🇦 منظر

🇨🇿 pohled

🇸🇰 výhľad

🇨🇳 视图 (shìtú)

🇸🇮 pogled

🇮🇸 útsýni

🇰🇿 көрініс

🇬🇪 ხედვა

🇦🇿 görünüş

🇲🇽 vista

Word origin

The word 'view' originated from the Old French word 'veue', which means 'sight' or 'vision'. It has been used in the English language since the 14th century. Over time, 'view' has evolved to encompass both the act of seeing and the perspective or opinion one holds. The word is commonly used in various contexts, from describing a scenic sight to expressing a personal viewpoint on a particular matter.