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/əˈpɪnjən/ · op·i·nion
noun
- A subjective belief, judgment or perspective that a person has formed about a topic, issue, person or thing. In her opinion, the new policy will benefit small businesses.
- The judgment or sentiment which the mind forms of persons or things; estimation. His opinion of the novel improved after a second reading.
- Favorable estimation; hence, consideration; reputation; fame; public sentiment or esteem. The actor's opinion among critics rose after the award.
verb
- To have or express as an opinion. She opined that the meeting should be postponed.
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Did you know? The word 'opinion' entered English in the late 14th century via Old French, and its legal usage—'opinion of the court'—has made it a staple in judicial language ever since.