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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
Another divide between Richard and Margaret is their view of the house where all the action occurs. Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 27 Nov. 2024 Rasoulof doesn’t pretend that a single good deed will necessarily change someone’s world view; if anything, the trauma that Najmeh witnesses only hardens her disdain for political protest. Justin Chang, The New Yorker, 26 Nov. 2024
Verb
Both are excellent phones and, yes, there are some advantages to the larger screen and battery, especially when viewing video or slightly larger text or more text on a single screen and slightly more battery life. Larry Magid, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024 Where Will The Northern Lig There’s a high chance of seeing the northern lights in northern Canada and Alaska, with a low chance of viewing the phenomenon in parts of northern Washington, Montana, North Dakota and Minnesota. Ty Roush, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for view 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for view
Noun
  • Enjoy the views across the Catawba Valley from the base of Dragon’s Tooth or climb to the top of the distinctive outcrop for scenic panoramas. 12 of 20 Cape Charles Set on the southern tip of the peninsula known as Virginia’s Eastern Shore, Cape Charles boasts relaxing vibes and small town appeal.
    Erin Gifford, Southern Living, 26 Oct. 2024
  • Private terraces show off unobstructed views of the Bosphorus, and the Duplex Suites, which span two levels, feature double-height windows with panoramas over the water, Dolmabahçe Palace, and the Old City.
    Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 18 Sep. 2024
Noun
  • But, as usual, opponents are swimming against the tide of public opinion.
    Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
  • John Mulaney’s focus is on his life, his history, and his most mundane opinions.
    Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 12 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • The modern industrial design is immediately distinctive, and here, offers a glimpse of the chronograph works underneath the dial.
    Blake Buettner, Robb Report, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Stanley also shares glimpses into his life with his wife and their family on social media.
    Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • The airline said that a post-flight inspection of the exterior of an aircraft used for a trip from Port-au-Prince to New York City turned up evidence that it had been struck by a round.
    Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024
  • If your property is physically inspected, TSA will place a notice of baggage inspection inside your bag.
    Sydney Borchers, Fox News, 10 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • In August, the FBI reviewed credit card statements associated with Williams that showed payment at a parking near a Washington metro station, about a 10-minute ride from the Capitol area, that was made on Jan. 6, 2021, the statements of facts says.
    Phil Helsel, NBC News, 15 Nov. 2024
  • Officers conducting a preliminary investigation reviewed messages the student had left on Discord, an online chatting app used by gamers and others, and arrested the student on suspicion of making criminal threats.
    Karen Kucher, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • That’s not enough of the planet’s circumference to see the horizon line begin to show off its curve.
    Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 15 Nov. 2024
  • There were moments of vulnerability never seen from him before.
    Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • For winter travel, consider packing a base layer instead of sweaters, sweatshirts, and fleeces.
    David Pierce, WIRED, 23 Nov. 2024
  • The ideal water temperature for a shower to be considered cold is anything less than 60 degrees Fahrenheit (or 15 degrees Celsius).
    Audrey Noble, Vogue, 23 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • Approach with both short- and long-term perspectives to ensure a strong investment in your organization’s success.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
  • These months of protest are told through the perspectives of participants in a sit-in organized in front of the Central Command of the Army in Khartoum.
    John Bleasdale, Variety, 22 Nov. 2024

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“View.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/view. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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