in consideration of something; because of something. In view of the high cost of gasoline, I sold my car.I won't invite John to the meeting in view of his attitude.
considering something In view of the late hour, we'll have to put off that discussion until our next meeting. Related vocabulary: in (the) light of something
2. Also, with a view to. Considering, in prospect or anticipation of, as in In view of their hostile relations, both countries began mobilizing, or Dan started saving money with a view to going to law school. [c. 1700]