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Pov

Verb Another word for pov — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

POV stands for 'Point Of View', which is the perspective from which a story is told or an event is observed.

Synonyms & similar words

perspective viewpoint angle standpoint outlook position approach slant take context setting circumstances conditions environment surroundings background backdrop scene

Synonyms by register

Formal

perspective viewpoint standpoint outlook

Informal

angle take slant way of seeing

Literary

vista ken horizon

Antonyms

objectivity impartiality neutrality detachment disinterest unbiasedness

Common collocations

  • point of view
  • from my pov
  • from a pov
  • changing the pov
  • first-person pov
  • third-person pov
  • narrative pov

Word family

noun point of view

Usage note

POV is an abbreviation for 'point of view'. It is commonly used in informal contexts, especially online and in media discussions. While widely understood, it is generally considered too informal for academic or professional writing.

Example sentences

  1. The story was told from the POV of the little girl.
  2. I prefer reading books with a first-person POV.
  3. The movie used multiple POVs to tell the story.
  4. The author changed the POV several times throughout the book.
  5. The teacher asked the students to write a story from a different POV.

Quotes

  • The beauty of standing up for your rights is others see you standing and stand up as well. - Cassandra Duffy
  • The world is a looking glass and gives back to every man the reflection of his own face. - William Makepeace Thackeray
  • If you want to change the world, change the way you see it. - Timothy Leary

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