standpoint

noun

stand·​point ˈstan(d)-ˌpȯint How to pronounce standpoint (audio)
: a position from which objects or principles are viewed and according to which they are compared and judged

Examples of standpoint in a Sentence

From an economic standpoint, the policy is sound. I never thought about it from that standpoint before.
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That probably won’t be the case this year — and from an athletic standpoint, Membou’s ready. Nick Baumgardner, New York Times, 30 July 2025 Losing Josey Jewell will hurt from a football IQ standpoint. Mike Kaye july 30, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2025 From a fundamental standpoint, Microsoft holds a substantial current market capitalization of $3.8 trillion. Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025 There is a direct through line from Lauper to Lady Gaga from a theatrical standpoint. Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 26 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for standpoint

Word History

First Known Use

1834, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of standpoint was in 1834

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“Standpoint.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/standpoint. Accessed 2 Aug. 2025.

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standpoint

noun
stand·​point ˈstan(d)-ˌpȯint How to pronounce standpoint (audio)
: a position from which things are viewed and according to which they are compared and judged

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