Opinion

Quick meaning: Opinion is a noun meaning The judgment or sentiment which the mind forms of persons or things; estimation.

Meaning

The judgment or sentiment which the mind forms of persons or things; estimation.

More Meanings

1. (transitive, archaic) To have or express as an opinion.
2. A belief, judgment or perspective that a person has formed, either through objective or subjective reasoning, about a topic, issue, person or thing.
3. The formal decision, or expression of views, of a judge, an umpire, a doctor, or other party officially called upon to consider and decide upon a matter or point submitted.
4. (European Union law) A judicial opinion delivered by an Advocate General to the European Court of Justice where he or she proposes a legal solution to the cases for which the court is responsible.
5. (obsolete) Favorable estimation; hence, consideration; reputation; fame; public sentiment or esteem.
6. (obsolete) Obstinacy in holding to one's belief or impression; opiniativeness; conceitedness.

Example Sentences

Thou haſt redeemed thy loſt opinion, […]

Every man is a fool in some man's opinion.

We invite you to state your opinions about the suggestions.

I would like to know your opinions on the new filing system.

Word Forms

• opinions
• opinioning
• opinioned

Synonyms for opinion

Depending on context, synonyms include conclusion, piece, sentiment, sight, take, verdict.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include thought, ruling, judgment, judgement, persuasion, view.

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