What is another word for standpoint?

Pronunciation: [stˈandpɔ͡ɪnt] (IPA)

Standpoint is a term that is often utilized in writing to describe a particular perspective or point of view. Sometimes, in order to avoid using the same word repeatedly, writers may want to use alternative synonyms when describing a viewpoint. Synonyms for the term standpoint include angle, position, approach, perspective, vantage point, viewpoint, slant, stance, outlook, and opinion. Each of these synonyms conveys a slightly different meaning, so it is important to choose the right word depending on the context. For example, angle implies a specific focus, whereas stance carries a connotation of taking a strong position. Overall, choosing the right synonym for standpoint can help add nuance and depth to your writing.

What are the paraphrases for Standpoint?

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What are the hypernyms for Standpoint?

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Usage examples for Standpoint

Sure of her sympathy and understanding, he told Mrs. Maule all that the veteran's words had meant to him, and at once, as was her wont,-though he remained quite unconscious of it,-she brought the subject round to the personal, the intimate standpoint: "You don't know," she said softly, "what it means to me to know that you met that dear old man here."
"Jane Oglander"
Marie Belloc Lowndes
Mrs. Venables, as she said, found the Roman Catholic standpoint quite immensely interesting.
"The Furnace"
Rose Macaulay
Anyhow, if that's what mother would call your "mental standpoint," I'm a little sorry for Miss Crevequer.
"The Furnace"
Rose Macaulay

Famous quotes with Standpoint

  • From the employees' standpoint, in 1935, Social Security was a big gamble. Employees would be required to participate in the program, contributing a percentage of their income for their entire adult working life.
    Wayne Allard
  • It's a lot of work and I also feel like I've done it. I miss comedy. And I also think that, from purely a logistical standpoint, that the day-to-day schedule on a comedy allows you to have a life, much more of a life, than on a drama.
    Adam Arkin
  • It doesn't look great if you cancel the reigning Best Comedy Program, you know, you're gonna take a hit from a... from sort of a public relations standpoint.
    Will Arnett
  • My illness has taught me something about the nature of humanity, love, brotherhood and relationships that I never understood, and probably never would have. So, from that standpoint, there is some truth and good in everything.
    Lee Atwater
  • If we turn our back on the people of this country who need to work for a living, we shouldn't be here, to be honest, because that has to be an essential part of what we do to protect the country, from the standpoint of defense, protect workers and make sure they have jobs.
    Barbara Boxer

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