the mental position from which things are viewed and judged; point of view
noun
The definition of a viewpoint is a way of looking at something.
If you believe you are paying too much in taxes and that everyone should pay a flat rate, this belief is an example of your viewpoint on taxes.
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viewpoint
noun
A position from which something is observed or considered; a point of view.
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Noun
(plural viewpoints)
- The position from which something is observed or considered; an angle, outlook or point of view.
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Sentence Examples
- After regaining emotional control, the student can then approach the other person, listen to the opposing viewpoint, consider the other person's thoughts and feelings, and discuss the problem to come to a compromise or solution.
- She couldn't agree with him more, but it was an unusual viewpoint for a man.
- She couldn't see the far end of the lake from her viewpoint, but she was able to see across the narrow panhandle.
- This viewpoint seems reasonable because it is largely consistent with our everyday experience of life.
- The only person who didn't view her as a sitter or maid was Yancey, and his viewpoint was as a lover.
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