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
Interfaith Alliance and Hindus for Human Rights were among those accusing the commission of violating the Federal Advisory Committee Act, which requires such groups to have a balance of viewpoints.
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Brieanna J. Frank, USA Today, 9 Feb. 2026
But the first-time candidate’s rhetoric strikes us as more accepting of alternative viewpoints than Rice’s — a critical attribute to attracting support from independents and Democrats necessary to win in this district.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
These skills — which include understanding complex situations, hearing others’ viewpoints and staying on task — start to develop at about age 3.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Feb. 2026
Follow blazes on a one-mile hiking trail that winds through wetland hardwoods and hydric hammock with scenic viewpoints for stopping along the river.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2026
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Brieanna J. Frank, USA Today, 9 Feb. 2026
But the first-time candidate’s rhetoric strikes us as more accepting of alternative viewpoints than Rice’s — a critical attribute to attracting support from independents and Democrats necessary to win in this district.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
These skills — which include understanding complex situations, hearing others’ viewpoints and staying on task — start to develop at about age 3.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Feb. 2026
Follow blazes on a one-mile hiking trail that winds through wetland hardwoods and hydric hammock with scenic viewpoints for stopping along the river.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for viewpoint
Noun
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From a design perspective, that reinforces Ratti’s desire to keep the emphasis on the flame itself and not the object.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
6 Feb. 2026
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This makes sense from a certain perspective.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The ’26 outlook is tricky given historical conservatism; but investors expect initial guide below St.—
Michael Bloom,
CNBC,
10 Feb. 2026
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While neighboring Broward County's water levels are not as low, and no restrictions have been issued there, the outlook remains concerning for Miami-Dade.—
Joan Murray,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Viewpoint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/viewpoint. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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