Meaning & use

aspect

noun·Academic

A particular part, feature, or way of considering something.

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One important aspect of the job is dealing calmly with frustrated customers.

The report examines every aspect of the company's financial performance this year.

A note on using this word

In grammar, 'aspect' also refers to whether a verb shows an action as completed, ongoing, or repeated.

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Another way to use it

2. noun

The particular direction that a building, window, or hillside faces.

The cottage's southern aspect keeps it sunny throughout the afternoon.

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