point of view
"Point of view" refers to the perspective or position from which something is observed, considered, or narrated.
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Definition
B2General
A particular attitude or way of considering a matter.
Example
- From my point of view, the project was a success.
- Everyone has a different point of view on the new policy.
C1Literature
(technical, academic)The narrative perspective from which a story is told, such as first-person, second-person, or third-person.
Example
- The novel is written from the protagonist's point of view, giving us insight into her thoughts and feelings.
- Third-person point of view allows the author to explore multiple characters' perspectives.
B2Art
(technical)The angle or position from which an object or scene is depicted.
Example
- The artist chose a high point of view to capture the entire landscape.
- Changing the point of view in a painting can dramatically alter its impact.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "point of view":
vantage pointpoint of interestpoint of referencefirst personview from nowherethird persontake a viewpoint of contactsee the point