Definition of STANDPOINT

standpoint

Meanings

Plural: standpoints

Noun

  • a mental position from which things are viewed
  • A point of view; a perspective.

Origin / Etymology

From stand + point, a calque of German Standpunkt. Similar constructions used in other languages, such as Japanese 立場 (tachiba, literally “standing place”).

Synonyms

point of view, stand, viewpoint

Scrabble Score: 13

standpoint is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
standpoint is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
standpoint is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 16

standpoint is a valid Words With Friends word