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noun

ˈvyü How to pronounce view (audio)
Definition of viewnext
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as in panorama
all that can be seen from a certain point the view of the mountains from the inn's porch is spectacular

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2
as in opinion
an idea that is believed to be true or valid without positive knowledge that's one view, but I happen to disagree

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3
as in glimpse
an instance of looking especially briefly took a quick view of the Web page and decided that it didn't have what he was looking for

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4
as in inspection
a close look at or over someone or something in order to judge condition upon closer view the painting was an obvious forgery

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verb

1
as in to review
to look over closely (as for judging quality or condition) I'll have to view all of the evidence before making a decision

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2
as in to see
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes viewed the latest changes and approved them

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as in to consider
to think of in a particular way I view housework as a necessary evil

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How does the noun view contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of view are belief, conviction, opinion, persuasion, and sentiment. While all these words mean "a judgment one holds as true," view suggests a subjective opinion.

very assertive in stating his views

When is it sensible to use belief instead of view?

Although the words belief and view have much in common, belief implies often deliberate acceptance and intellectual assent.

a firm belief in her party's platform

When would conviction be a good substitute for view?

In some situations, the words conviction and view are roughly equivalent. However, conviction applies to a firmly and seriously held belief.

the conviction that animal life is as sacred as human

When can opinion be used instead of view?

The meanings of opinion and view largely overlap; however, opinion implies a conclusion thought out yet open to dispute.

each expert seemed to have a different opinion

Where would persuasion be a reasonable alternative to view?

The synonyms persuasion and view are sometimes interchangeable, but persuasion suggests a belief grounded on assurance (as by evidence) of its truth.

was of the persuasion that everything changes

In what contexts can sentiment take the place of view?

While the synonyms sentiment and view are close in meaning, sentiment suggests a settled opinion reflective of one's feelings.

her feminist sentiments are well-known

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of view
Noun
Hot 100 combines physical and digital sales, audio streams, radio airplay, video views and karaoke data. —Billboard Japan, Billboard, 2 Apr. 2025 The budget resolution's release comes as the majority leader and Senate Budget Committee Republicans met with President Trump earlier Wednesday at the White House, where Thune said committee members aired their views with the president. —Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2025
Verb
Hollander wants to make sure potential home buyers don’t view the Sportatorium as a neighborhood eyesore. —Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2025 Tariff timeline: Tracking the evolution of Donald Trump's trade war How tariffs will cut into Americans' spending power Unable to view our graphics? —Jim Sergent, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for view
Recent Examples of Synonyms for view
  1. panorama
  2. opinion
  3. glimpse
  4. inspection
  5. review
  6. see
  7. consider
  8. perspective
Noun
  • Insider tip: the Lake View rooms in the west wing—specifically floors three through five—deliver a prime panorama without gouging your wallet.
    — Paul Jebara, Travel + Leisure, 6 Apr. 2025
  • Towering peaks, dense forests, and cascading waterfalls create a constantly changing panorama that showcases the region's extraordinary natural beauty.
    — Shelby Knick, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
Definition of panorama
Noun
  • Comments on opinion articles may be emailed to letters@nytimes.com.
    — New York Times, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2025
  • Danny is preparing her staff for an imminent natural disaster in this scene, so the tone’s quite serious already, and her opinion of Grey’s seems uncharitable at best.
    — Rebecca Luther, TVLine, 3 Apr. 2025
Definition of opinion
Noun
  • The channel offers fans an intimate glimpse into his life through a variety of content, including personal insights and challenges.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 Apr. 2025
  • The more candid posts on the page give Carti fans a glimpse into his personality and interests.
    — Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 10 Apr. 2025
Definition of glimpse
Noun
  • Authorities may also conduct safety inspections to verify adherence to legal requirements.
    — Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 1 Apr. 2025
  • The park has reportedly denied access to Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) officers and local health department authorities attempting to conduct inspections in the recent past.
    — Dylan Gentile, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2025
Definition of inspection
Verb
  • The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.
    — CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacbee.com, 3 Apr. 2025
  • Haas, Tyron, and Gutierrez remain in police custody at the Smith County Jail in Tyler, Texas, according to inmate records reviewed by PEOPLE this week.
    — Sean Neumann, People.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Definition of review
Verb
  • Comments James Cameron has unveiled the first official footage from Avatar: Fire and Ash, though the general public may have to wait a little longer to see it.
    — Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Organizations must move beyond seeing procurement as merely a cost center.
    — Shaz Khan, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Definition of see
Verb
  • Rectangles of prospective dimensions are considered.
    — Sarah K. Rich, Artforum, 1 Apr. 2025
  • This result is far from a disaster though, as key Flamengo players had just returned from a busy international break, and visitors Inter are also considered title contenders.
    — Joseph O'Sullivan, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
Definition of consider
Noun
  • From a food perspective, this doesn’t resolve much.
    — Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes.com, 10 Apr. 2025
  • She’s since evolved through R&B, pop and hip-hop, all while maintaining a distinct identity rooted in her Moroccan heritage and feminist perspective.
    — Nour Ezzedine, Billboard, 10 Apr. 2025
Definition of perspective

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“View.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/view. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.

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