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viewpoint

[vyoo-point] / ˈvyuˌpɔɪnt /
NOUN
way of thinking
Synonyms
STRONGEST
angle aspect attitude direction frame of reference outlook perspective point of view posture slant stance standpoint vantage point view
STRONG
estimation eye ground light position respect side stand twist
WEAK
long view point of observation two cents' worth

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This viewpoint can be seen by looking at the daily chart of the VanEck Semiconductor ETF.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

Holders of this viewpoint argue that regulating therapy risks governmental overreach into private belief and expression.

From Slate • Mar. 11, 2026

A pyramid-shaped viewpoint on Loch Lomond that was hailed for its "sustainable timber" has been removed because the wood rotted away.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

There are now 45 civic centers at private and public universities in the U.S., according to a recent report by Heterodox Academy, an organization that advocates for greater viewpoint diversity on campuses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 21, 2026

C.P. repeatedly explained the need to represent their viewpoint at the charrette, but it made no difference.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.