opinion

Definitions

1. noun

   What you think or believe about something.

   Examples

   • I would like to know your opinion of the new system.
   • In my opinion, white chocolate is better than milk chocolate.
   ≈conclusion≈piece≈sentiment≈sight≈take +20 more
2. noun

   The way you think about a person or thing.

   Examples

   • He has a high opinion of his teacher.
   • A true friend deserves your good opinion.
   ≈assessment≈esteem≈regard
3. noun

   In old-fashioned use, good name or reputation.

   Examples

   • His brave act brought back his good name among friends.
   • She won back her good opinion in the eyes of the court.
4. noun

   In old-fashioned use, stubbornness about your beliefs.

   Examples

   • He argued his point without a trace of stubborn opinion.
   • Their reasons were sharp and wise, without stubbornness.
   ≈dogmatism
5. noun

   A formal decision or view given by an expert or official.

   Examples

   • The judge's opinion explained the court's reasons.
   • The referee's opinion on the foul was final.
   ≈decision≈judgment≈order≈ruling
6. noun

   A formal legal view given to a European court.

   Examples

   • The Advocate General gave an opinion on the case.
   • The court often follows the Advocate General's opinion.
7. verb

   In rare use, to think or hold as an opinion.

   Examples

   • It is my opinion that the plan will fail.
   • Some people opinion that the old king was a wise man.