purview

[ˈpɜːvjuː]

purview Definition

• 1. the scope of the influence or concerns of something
• 2. the range of operation, authority, control, concern, etc.

Using purview: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "purview" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The report falls within the purview of the committee.

• Example

  The issue is beyond the purview of this department.

• Example

  The new law extends the purview of the regulatory agency.

• Example

  The purview of the project includes all aspects of marketing and sales.

purview Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for purview

• scope
• range
• extent
• reach
• ambit

Antonyms for purview

• limitation
• restriction

Phrases with purview

• within one's purview

  within the scope of one's responsibility or authority

  Example

  The decision is not within my purview; you'll have to speak to my supervisor.

• beyond the purview of

  outside the scope of someone's responsibility or authority

  Example

  The issue is beyond the purview of this committee and should be addressed by a different group.

• purview of the law

  the range of legal authority or jurisdiction

  Example

  The case falls within the purview of the law and will be heard in court.

Origins of purview

from Anglo-French 'purveu', meaning 'provided for'

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Summary: purview in Brief

'Purview' [ˈpɜːvjuː] refers to the scope or range of influence, authority, or control of something. It can be used to describe the limits of responsibility or jurisdiction, as in 'The report falls within the purview of the committee.' 'Purview' also extends into phrases like 'within one's purview,' indicating responsibility, and 'beyond the purview of,' indicating lack of authority.