worldview
/ˈwərl(d)-ˌvyü/ (ame, mw)
worldview — noun
1. the complete set of beliefs, values, and assumptions through which a person or g
the complete set of beliefs, values, and assumptions through which a person or group sees and makes sense of the world and their role in it
The novel presents a worldview in which nature and humans exist in perfect balance.
presents a worldview in which [idea/philosophy]
Marco's worldview changed completely after he spent a year traveling through Southeast Asia.
worldview changed after [experience]
The Watanabe family's religious worldview shaped how they raised their children and treated their neighbors.
Bao's worldview shifted when archaeological evidence showed the ancient city was older than written records.
Adaeze grew up with a worldview that valued community over individual success.
- perspective
narrower in scope — a perspective can apply to a single issue; a worldview covers everything.
- outlook
more informal and often focuses on attitude (e.g., 'optimistic outlook') rather than a structured set of beliefs.
- philosophy
more formal and intellectual, often implying a consciously held system of thought; worldview can be partly unconscious.
- belief system
closer in meaning but often connotes religious or ideological doctrine more strongly than worldview does.
用法筆記
Worldview describes a broad, underlying philosophy rather than a temporary opinion or attitude. It is typically modified by adjectives naming a belief system (e.g., 'religious worldview,' 'scientific worldview,' 'political worldview').