worldview

American  

[wurld-vyoo] / ˈwɜrldˌvyu /

Or world view

noun

1. 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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Etymology

Origin of worldview

First recorded in 1845–50; translation of German Weltanschauung

Example Sentences

“To the victor nations go the spoils,” Anton wrote in a 2019 essay in Foreign Policy, crystallizing a worldview that sees international relations as zero-sum competition where might makes right.

From Salon

The Rees-Mogg worldview is deeply skeptical of government power.

From The Wall Street Journal

He can’t end this war because he can’t alter Mr. Putin’s worldview or soften his implacability.

From The Wall Street Journal

As a first-generation kid in the South Bay city of Gardena, his worldview was shaped differently.

From Los Angeles Times

“The apocalyptic AI mindset is now present in our culture in a way that someone who might be currently or formerly religious can now rely on that as a kind of groundwork for putting their thoughts together, for putting a worldview together,” Geraci said.

From Salon

Related Words

• Weltanschauung
• perspective
• position
• view
• viewpoint