perspective

noun
UK: /pəˈspektɪv/
US: /pərˈspektɪv/

  1. A way of thinking about something.

    1. From my perspective, it's a good idea. [ ] [ ]
    2. The article offers a fresh perspective on the conflict, considering multiple viewpoints. [ ] [ ]

  2. The ability to understand what is important.

    1. He needs to gain some perspective on life. [ ] [ ]
    2. Losing his job gave him a new perspective on what really mattered in his life. [ ] [ ]

  3. The art of drawing objects to appear three-dimensional.

    1. The artist is skilled in perspective drawing. [ ] [ ]
    2. The painting uses linear perspective to create a sense of depth on a flat canvas. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

perception standpoint interpretation attitude vision angle outlook viewpoint aspect
perspective transitive-verb

  1. To represent something in perspective.

    1. The artist perspective the building. [ ] [ ]
    2. The software allows users to perspective complex scenes realistically on a computer screen. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "perspective" in English means: A way of thinking about something., The ability to understand what is important., The art of drawing objects to appear three-dimensional..

The phonetic transcription of "perspective" is /pəˈspektɪv/ in British English and /pərˈspektɪv/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "perspective": perception, standpoint, interpretation, attitude, vision, angle, outlook, viewpoint, aspect.

Example usage of "perspective": "From my perspective, it's a good idea.". More examples on the page.