Synonyms for
Opinions
Definition
Opinions are thoughts or beliefs someone has about a particular topic.
Synonyms & similar words
notion
opinion
judgement
impression
judgment
ruling
belief
sentiment
view
legalopinion
feeling
publicopinion
voxpopuli
persuasion
thought
popularopinion
view
belief
sentiment
attitude
judgment
perspective
position
standpoint
take
thought
impression
notion
conviction
theory
conjecture
surmise
supposition
speculation
estimate
guess
Synonyms by register
Formal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- hold opinions
- express opinions
- share opinions
- form opinions
- contrary opinions
- differing opinions
- personal opinions
- strong opinions
Word family
Usage note
While 'opinions' refers to personal beliefs or judgments, it's important to distinguish them from objective facts. The verb 'opine' is quite formal and less common than the noun.
Example sentences
- My opinion is that ice cream is better than cake.
- I asked my friend for her opinion on which movie we should watch.
- Everyone has their own opinion about what color is the best.
- In my opinion, dogs are better pets than cats.
- Some people's opinions are influenced by what they see on social media.
Quotes
In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock. - Thomas Jefferson
Opinions are made to be changed - or how is truth to be got at? - Lord Byron
The public is the only critic whose opinion is worth anything at all. - Mark Twain