opinion

Speech parts

1. opinion - Noun

2. opinion - Verb

Meaning

That which is opined; a notion or conviction founded on probable evidence; belief stronger than impression, less strong than positive knowledge; settled judgment in regard to any point of knowledge or action.

The judgment or sentiment which the mind forms of persons or things; estimation.

Favorable estimation; hence, consideration; reputation; fame; public sentiment or esteem.

Obstinacy in holding to one's belief or impression; opiniativeness; conceitedness.

The formal decision, or expression of views, of a judge, an umpire, a counselor, or other party officially called upon to consider and decide upon a matter or point submitted.

To opine.

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Examples

Is it not excessively ridiculous to seek the good opinion of those whom you would never wish to be like? John Chrysostom

Guard your mind from self-praise and flee a high opinion of yourself, so that God does not allow you to fall into the opposite passion to the virtue for which you boast, for man does not accomplish virtue alone, but with the help of God who sees all. Marcus Eremita

Nothing is more conducive to peace of mind than not having any opinion at all. Georg Christoph Lichtenberg

Jesus Christ was crucified by public opinion. Russian Proverb

A woman's honor consists in the good opinion the world has of her. Cuban Proverb

Advice sharpens a rusty opinion. Arabic Proverb

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