Dictionary Check: opinion

"opinion" is a valid word!

Scrabble 9 points
Words with Friends 12 points

Definition

noun

a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty

Example: "my opinion differs from yours"
noun

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

Example: "his opinions appeared frequently on the editorial page"
Synonyms:
noun

a belief or sentiment shared by most people; the voice of the people

Example: "he asked for a poll of public opinion"
noun

the legal document stating the reasons for a judicial decision

Example: "opinions are usually written by a single judge"
noun

the reason for a court's judgment (as opposed to the decision itself)

Synonyms:
noun

a vague idea in which some confidence is placed

Example: "his impression of her was favorable"

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