Viewpoint: meaning, definitions and examples

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viewpoint

[ ˈvjuːpɔɪnt ]

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different perspective

A viewpoint is a particular way of thinking about or looking at something. It is a specific attitude or opinion towards a particular issue or situation.

Synonyms

perspective, point of view, standpoint

Examples of usage

From my viewpoint, the project is going well.
Let's consider the issue from a different viewpoint.

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physical position

A viewpoint can also refer to a place or position from which you can see a wide area or a specific sight, such as a scenic viewpoint overlooking a city or a viewpoint on a hiking trail.

Synonyms

lookout, observation point, vantage point

Examples of usage

We stopped at a viewpoint to take photos of the landscape.
The viewpoint from the top of the mountain was breathtaking.

Translations

Translations of the word "viewpoint" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ponto de vista

🇮🇳 दृष्टिकोण

🇩🇪 Standpunkt

Aussichtspunkt
Blickwinkel

🇮🇩 sudut pandang

🇺🇦 точка зору

🇵🇱 punkt widzenia

🇯🇵 観点 (かんてん)

🇫🇷 point de vue

🇪🇸 punto de vista

🇹🇷 bakış açısı

🇰🇷 관점 (gwajeom)

🇸🇦 وجهة نظر (wajhat nazar)

🇨🇿 úhel pohledu

🇸🇰 hľadisko

🇨🇳 观点 (guāndiǎn)

🇸🇮 stališče

🇮🇸 sjónarhorn

🇰🇿 көзқарас

🇬🇪 ხედვა (khedva)

🇦🇿 baxış nöqteyi

🇲🇽 punto de vista

Word origin

The word 'viewpoint' originated in the early 18th century, combining 'view' and 'point'. It has been used to describe both mental perspectives and physical observation points, reflecting the dual nature of the word. Over time, 'viewpoint' has become a common term in discussions about perspectives and scenic locations.