Opinion Definition
opinion
noun
- 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?"
- 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"
- 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; "opinions are usually written by a single judge"
- the reason for a court's judgment (as opposed to the decision itself)
- 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"
"Opinion" in song lyrics
See how opinion is used in real songs:
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"Sounds are heard and voice a dead opinion"
60 Second Assassin f/ Planet Asia — The Throne -
"In the beginning there was doubt in your opinion"
The 7A3 — Everybody Get Loose -
"Generic's so unappealing and in my humble opinion"
Aesop Rock — Facemelter *
Words that rhyme with opinion
Usage tips for "opinion"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "opinion" 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 opinion to find words that pair well.