Opinion (Noun)
Meaning 1
A vague idea in which some confidence is placed; "his impression of her was favorable"; "what are your feelings about the crisis?"; "it strengthened my belief in his sincerity"; "I had a feeling that she was lying".
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
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Meaning 2
A message expressing a belief about something; the expression of a belief that is held with confidence but not substantiated by positive knowledge or proof; "his opinions appeared frequently on the editorial page".
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Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
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Meaning 3
A personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty; "my opinion differs from yours"; "I am not of your persuasion"; "what are your thoughts on Haiti?".
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
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- Parti Pris
- Political Sympathies
- Prepossession
- Judgement
- Mind
- Preconceived Notion
- Preconceived Opinion
- Preconceived Idea
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Meaning 4
The legal document stating the reasons for a judicial decision; "opinions are usually written by a single judge".
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Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
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Meaning 5
A belief or sentiment shared by most people; the voice of the people; "he asked for a poll of public opinion".
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- Public opinion was overwhelmingly in favor of the new community center.
- The newspaper conducted a survey to gauge public opinion on the proposed tax increase.
- As the voice of public opinion, the newspaper article reflected the views of the majority of its readers.
- After reviewing the poll results, the candidate realized she was out of touch with public opinion.
- The mayor's decision was influenced by the prevailing opinion of the town's residents.
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Meaning 6
The reason for a court's judgment (as opposed to the decision itself).
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.