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IPA transcription: [ə'pɪnjənz]
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Noun
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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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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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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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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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the reason for a court's judgment (as opposed to the decision itself)
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the legal document stating the reasons for a judicial decision
“opinions are usually written by a single judge”
Usage examples
- Many authors have given different opinions about the poet's value.
- People living in the so-called bible belt have more conservative opinions than inhabitants of California.
- Since all the success, it's a little easier to get my opinions across.
- Horler frequently used his work to put forward his opinions.
- Don’t share your opinions so readily because you never know who is listening.
- Although firm in his opinions, yet he was considerate of the views of others.
- Don’t share your opinions so readily because you never know who is listening.
- Opinions were heated and there were demonstrations by both sides in the Dreyfus affair.
- The diaries also give sharp opinions on several of the top Allied leaders.
- Attorney General opinions may be viewed online.