standpoint

noun

stand·​point ˈstan(d)-ˌpȯint 

: a position from which objects or principles are viewed and according to which they are compared and judged

Synonyms of standpoint

• perspective
• viewpoint
• outlook

Examples of standpoint in a Sentence

From an economic standpoint, the policy is sound.

I never thought about it from that standpoint before.

Recent Examples on the Web

From a practical standpoint, outstate cities, towns and hamlets either could not or did not want to spend more taxpayer money on new flags and seals and new paint jobs for public equipment. —Joe Soucheray, Twin Cities, 2 May 2026

While global challenges continue to rise, foreign assistance programs are needed more than ever from both a humanitarian and strategic standpoint. —U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 May 2026

From a legal standpoint, the current state of college sports is a mess, something PE groups should take seriously. —Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 1 May 2026

From a medical standpoint, there are some clear markers. —Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 1 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1834, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for standpoint

• adjoint
• anoint
• appoint
• checkpoint
• conjoint
• disjoint
• endpoint
• gunpoint
• midpoint
• nonpoint
• pinpoint
• viewpoint

Kids Definition

standpoint

noun

stand·​point ˈstan(d)-ˌpȯint 

: a position from which things are viewed and according to which they are compared and judged