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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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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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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

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Recent Examples of view
Noun
The 2011 video has since surpassed over 20 million views as of January 2025. Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 20 Jan. 2025 Attributes like property type, business characteristics, industry composition and surrounding risk factors can provide a comprehensive view of a location’s risk profile. Geoff Michener, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
Verb
The results show that the way consumers view Tesla is very different from Wall Street’s assessment. Lora Kolodny, CNBC, 21 Jan. 2025 Biden said the pardons do not acknowledge any wrongdoing, nor should acceptance be viewed as an admission of guilt. Alexis Simendinger, The Hill, 21 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for view 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for view
Noun
  • Two days after the accident, with the debris cleared, Henie’s ice show went on — a glittering panorama in which the star wore six different dazzling costumes while skating for an adoring crowd.
    Mike Klingaman, Baltimore Sun, 21 Jan. 2025
  • For those seeking a quick yet rewarding trek, the two-mile Magic Mountain trail rises more than 1,300 feet to unveil a panorama in turquoise waters.
    Alexandra Gillespie, Outside Online, 16 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Only opinion that matters is your own and Jeff's 💯.
    Kristen Waggoner, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025
  • President Trump’s barrage of executive orders on immigration and border security will test his opposition’s strength in the courts of law and public opinion, and also threatens to set boundaries on his administration’s capacity to close the country’s doors.
    Rafael Bernal, The Hill, 21 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • The report, released every two years, uses data provided by the National Assessment of Educational Progress and gives a glimpse at how the nation's students are doing in math and reading.
    Brittney Melton, NPR, 29 Jan. 2025
  • Hennig got an early glimpse of Emma Franks’ athleticism during flag football season in the fall.
    Bobby Narang, Chicago Tribune, 29 Jan. 2025
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  • The recall follows an FDA inspection that revealed undeclared allergens on the product labels.
    David Faris, Newsweek, 19 Jan. 2025
  • The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment’s Division of Reclamation, Mining, and Safety, the Division of Oil and Public Safety, and the Mine Training and Safety Program concluded their safety inspection of the mine last month, according to a final report released Thursday.
    Thao Nguyen, USA TODAY, 17 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • The Association board expects to review the results and next steps at its March meeting.
    Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Jan. 2025
  • Partners have no control over or input into the reporting or editing process and do not review stories before publication.
    Joe Rexrode, The Athletic, 21 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • New Orleans is also seeing its all-time snowiest day based on modern records taken at their current location.
    Andrew Freedman, Axios, 22 Jan. 2025
  • The states that saw the most substantial mortgage costs were as follows: Hawaii, California, Utah, Oregon, Idaho, Washington, Colorado, Nevada, Massachusetts and Arizona.
    Kristen Waggoner, Newsweek, 22 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • For young patients, doctors often consider more common issues like vision problems or posture, missing underlying conditions like Chiari malformation.
    David Faris, Newsweek, 18 Jan. 2025
  • Scammers often make declarations of love early in the communication, and Wang says this should be considered a red flag.
    Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi, Discover Magazine, 18 Jan. 2025
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  • The panelists bring diverse perspectives, from documenting the devastating impacts of climate change on coastal communities to exploring human resilience in the face of environmental disasters.
    PhotoVogue, Vogue, 29 Jan. 2025
  • To put things in perspective, Arman Tsarukyan struck a fan during a walkout at UFC 300, leading to him receiving a stiff nine-month suspension and a hefty fine.
    Jonathan Granoff, Newsweek, 29 Jan. 2025

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“View.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/view. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.

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