Opinion - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |əˈpɪnjən|  American pronunciation of the word opinion
Brit.  |əˈpɪnjən|  British pronunciation of the word opinion

noun

- a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty (syn: persuasion, sentiment, thought, view)
my opinion differs from yours
- 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 (syn: view)
his opinions appeared frequently on the editorial page
- a belief or sentiment shared by most people; the voice of the people
he asked for a poll of public opinion
- the legal document stating the reasons for a judicial decision (syn: judgement, judgment)
opinions are usually written by a single judge
- the reason for a court's judgment (as opposed to the decision itself) (syn: ruling)
- a vague idea in which some confidence is placed (syn: belief, feeling, impression, notion)

Extra examples

We asked for their opinions about the new stadium.

In my opinion, it's the best car on the market.

The article discusses two recent Supreme Court opinions.

She has strong opinions about everything.

I still have not formed an opinion about the candidates.

He has a high opinion of himself.

The court handed down an opinion.

When choosing an insurance policy it's best to get an independent opinion.

My doctor says I need an operation, but I've asked for a second opinion (=advice from a second doctor to make sure that the first advice is right).

They took the painting to get an expert opinion (=an opinion from someone who knows a lot).

Opinions differ. посл.

I was merely stating an opinion.

In my opinion, my work ... ain't quite good enough ...

Your opinion means nothing to me.

I really don't know enough about it to offer an opinion.

Word forms

noun
singular: opinion
plural: opinions
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