Meaning & use
aspect
A particular part, feature, or way of considering something.
See it in a sentence
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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