point of view

noun phrase

: a position or perspective from which something is considered or evaluated : standpoint

Examples of point of view in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Civil: Demonstrate respect when confronted with differing points of view and other challenges. Laurel Donnellan, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024 Part of what makes the press free is the ability to take a point of view. Samuel Burke, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2024 Whether all this is annoying or charming depends on your point of view. Joshua Rothman, The New Yorker, 29 Oct. 2024 Interesting from the listener’s point of view, at least. Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 26 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for point of view 

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Word History

First Known Use

1793, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of point of view was in 1793

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Cite this Entry

“Point of view.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/point%20of%20view. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

point of view

: a way of looking at or thinking about something : standpoint
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