Notion Definition & Meaning

notion
noun
  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"
  2. a general inclusive concept
  3. an odd or fanciful or capricious idea; "the theatrical notion of disguise is associated with disaster in his stories"; "he had a whimsy about flying to the moon"; "whimsy can be humorous to someone with time to enjoy it"
  4. (usually plural) small personal articles or clothing or sewing items; "buttons and needles are notions"

"Notion" in song lyrics

See how notion is used in real songs:

  • "Revolution Soul Supreme are both a second to notion"
    Baby Blak — Firewater
  • "The timing, the setting, the action of a notion"
    Bolo Gah f/ Dragonfly, Long Axe — 18 to Party
  • "Watch me walk around the planet with the same notion"
    Brother Ali — Victory! (Come Forward)

Usage tips for "notion"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "notion" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for notion to find words that pair well.

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