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

Today’s red-pilled men would find much in common with Soames’ worldview, while women may recognize him as a bouquet of red flags wrapped in a bespoke suit.

From Salon

His worldview flows from those days, he was quoted saying in 2024.

From The Wall Street Journal

Whatever the case, the Mayas’ circumstances and worldview no doubt informed their response to these interrelated pressures.

From The Wall Street Journal

Like Benjamin Franklin, who lived in London in these years, he aspired to combine art, science, ethics and public appeal in a single worldview.

From The Wall Street Journal

To immerse himself in Luffy’s worldview, he read the manga and watched the anime up to where he felt he’d learned enough about the character to embody him.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• Weltanschauung
• perspective
• position
• view
• viewpoint