panorama

noun

pan·​o·​rama ˌpa-nə-ˈra-mə  -ˈrä- 

1

a

: cyclorama sense 1

b

: a picture exhibited a part at a time by being unrolled before the spectator

2

a

: an unobstructed or complete view of an area in every direction

provides a panorama of the entire bay

b

: a comprehensive presentation of a subject

a panorama of American history

c

: range

faced a panorama of problems

3

: a mental picture of a series of images or events

Synonyms

• command
• lookout
• outlook
• perspective
• prospect
• view
• vista

Examples of panorama in a Sentence

we admired the breathtaking panorama from the top of the mountain

Recent Examples on the Web

Two days after the accident, with the debris cleared, Henie’s ice show went on — a glittering panorama in which the star wore six different dazzling costumes while skating for an adoring crowd. —Mike Klingaman, Baltimore Sun, 21 Jan. 2025

For those seeking a quick yet rewarding trek, the two-mile Magic Mountain trail rises more than 1,300 feet to unveil a panorama in turquoise waters. —Alexandra Gillespie, Outside Online, 16 Dec. 2024

At the top, an easy 3.5-kilometer Peak Circle Walk offers additional panoramas interspersed with glimpses of local flora and fauna. —Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024

And there’s no better place to take in the spectacular panoramas than Argos. —Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024

Word History

Etymology

pan- + Greek hórāma "something seen, sight, spectacle," from horā-, stem of horân "to look, see" + -ma, resultative noun suffix — more at ware entry 2

First Known Use

1791, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

panorama

noun

pan·​ora·​ma

ˌpan-ə-ˈram-ə,

-ˈräm-

1

: a picture shown a part at a time by being unrolled before the spectator

2

: a full and clear view in every direction

3

: a complete presentation of a subject

panoramic

-ˈram-ik

adjective