worldview

or world view

[ wurld-vyoo ]

/ ˈwɜrldˌvyu /

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noun

a comprehensive conception or philosophy of the universe and of humanity's relation to it: By examining certain foundational elements, we can unpack the concepts that dictate each individual’s worldview.

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Origin of worldview

First recorded in 1845–50; translation of German Weltanschauung

Words nearby worldview

world's oldest profession, world soul, world spirit, World Trade Center, World Trade Organization, worldview, world war, World War I, World War II, World War III, world-weary

How to use worldview in a sentence

But I also believe that having too much of the same worldview is rarely a good thing.
Are College Educated Police Safer?|Keli Goff|December 1, 2014|DAILY BEAST
The Garfield specials are also unique for their deadpan delivery and oftentimes bleak worldview.
Garfield Television: The Cat Who Saved Primetime Cartoons|Rich Goldstein|November 5, 2014|DAILY BEAST
It captured a worldview and fate that I hope the people from the poorer parts of the state can one day escape.
The State Where the Right Won the Culture War|Michael Tomasky|October 10, 2014|DAILY BEAST
The “passive” comments of Senator Feinstein reflect not just a specific response to ISIS but a larger worldview.
Does Obama Remember He's President?|Stuart Stevens|September 8, 2014|DAILY BEAST

On the contrary, he spends big chunks of his book praising football for its role in shaping his worldview and his work habits.
Has Football Jumped the Shark?|Kevin Canfield|September 1, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Social institutions and mores were adapted to reflect the preferences, inclinations, values, goals and worldview of the new elite.
After the Rain|Sam Vaknin

British Dictionary definitions for worldview

world-view

noun

another word for Weltanschauung

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