Beholder
(noun)
- A person or thing that looks at or observes something.
- A person who has a particular aspect or appearance in the eyes of others.
Origin:
Beholder is derived from the middle english word "beholdere", which comes from the old english word "behealdere". both words mean "one who looks or observes".
Examples:
- The beholder of the painting was mesmerized by the skillful brushstrokes of the artist.
- In the eyes of the beholder, the sculpture was a masterpiece.
- She was the beholder of his secret love for her.
- The beholder of the truth is often the last person to accept it.
- The beholder of the trophy felt a sense of pride and accomplishment.