perspective
UK: pəˈspektɪv | US: pərˈspektɪv
n. 1. A particular way of viewing or interpreting a situation; a mental outlook.
n. 2. The art of representing three-dimensional objects on a two-dimensional surface to convey spatial relationships.
n. 3. The appearance of depth or distance in a visual representation.
perspective = per<through> + spect<look> + ive<noun suffix>
- per: From Latin per, meaning "through" or "completely."
- spect: From Latin spectare, meaning "to look" or "to observe."
- ive: A suffix forming nouns denoting a state, condition, or quality.
Etymology Origin:
The word perspective originates from the Latin perspectiva, derived from perspicere ("to see through"). It entered Middle English via Old French, initially referring to optical science and the art of rendering spatial depth in art. Over time, it broadened to include metaphorical "ways of seeing" ideas or situations. The morphemes per- (through) and -spect- (look) emphasize the act of examining something thoroughly or from a specific angle.
From her perspective, the decision seemed unfair.
Renaissance artists mastered the use of linear perspective in paintings.
The documentary offers a global perspective on climate change.
His travels gave him a fresh perspective on life.
The architect drew the building in two-point perspective.