Perspective Definition

perspective
noun
  1. a way of regarding situations or topics etc.; "consider what follows from the positivist view"
  2. the appearance of things relative to one another as determined by their distance from the viewer

"Perspective" in song lyrics

See how perspective is used in real songs:

  • "To the simplest form I'll keep my rhymes in perspective"
    2 Live Crew — Word II
  • "Now I question my objective, 'cause I'm looking at it from a scientific perspective"
    7L & Esoteric — Terrorist's Cell
  • "It's kind of cold, but if you put it in perspective"
    Above the Law — My World

Usage tips for "perspective"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "perspective" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for perspective to find words that pair well.

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