Synonyms for

Viewing

Verb / ˈvju:ɪŋ / Another word for viewing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of looking at something, especially on television or in a movie.

Synonyms & similar words

screening catch regard see takein reckon wake view consider showing watch lookat watching seeing observing examining surveying inspecting perusing scrutinizing beholding contemplating regarding noticing eyeing

Synonyms by register

Formal

observation examination inspection perusal

Informal

watching looking checking out peeping

Literary

gazing beholding contemplation

Antonyms

ignoring disregarding overlooking neglecting unseeing blindness

Common collocations

  • public viewing
  • private viewing
  • viewing platform
  • viewing area
  • viewing gallery
  • viewing window
  • viewing experience

Word family

noun view
verb view
adjective viewable

Usage note

The word 'viewing' often implies a deliberate act of looking at something, especially for a specific purpose like examination or entertainment. It is commonly used in contexts like art exhibitions or film screenings.

Example sentences

  1. I enjoy viewing the beautiful sunset from my balcony.
  2. My family and I are planning on viewing the new Disney movie this weekend.
  3. The museum has a special exhibit that is worth viewing.
  4. I don't like viewing scary movies because they give me nightmares.
  5. The teacher allowed us to take a break from studying by viewing a short film.

Quotes

  • The only way to change the world is to change the way we see it. -unknown
  • I don't paint dreams or nightmares, I paint my own reality. -Frida Kahlo
  • The camera is an instrument that teaches people how to see without a camera. -Dorothea Lange

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