viewer

noun

view·​er ˈvyü-ər 

: one that views: such as

a

: a person who watches television

b

: a person legally appointed to inspect and report on property

c

: an optical device used in viewing

Synonyms

• bystander
• observer
• onlooker
• spectator
• watcher

Examples of viewer in a Sentence

The program attracts millions of viewers every week.

She is a regular viewer of the evening news.

The exhibit was surrounded by a large crowd of viewers.

Recent Examples on the Web

Frustrated by the mainstream media's coverage of President Biden's age and its false sense of optimism behind Vice President Harris' campaign, viewers are more skeptical today of the media's resistance posturing. —Sara Fischer, Axios, 19 Nov. 2024

But Landman, the new series co-created by Christian Wallace and Yellowstone boss Taylor Sheridan, wants viewers to also think about Texas tea and black gold with the new streaming offering about the oil business starring Billy Bob Thornton. —Demetrius Patterson, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Nov. 2024

Stunning western landscapes and big personalities make Yellowstone a treat for the eyes and ears, and the piping-hot potboiler plotting offers the kind of sensational conflicts and cliffhangers that keep viewers coming back. —Noel Murray, Vulture, 18 Nov. 2024

These awards are determined by a jury, with input from viewers at home. —Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 18 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

viewer

noun

view·​er ˈvyü-ər 

: one that views

especially : an optical device used in viewing

a viewer for slides