opinionated

adjective

opin·ion·at·ed | \ ə-ˈpin-yə-ˌnā-təd

Definition of opinionated

: firmly or unduly adhering to one's own opinion or to preconceived notions … focus groups, which tend to be dominated by the loudest and most opinionated people …— James Surowiecki

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an articulate and opinionated critic People don't expect such opinionated commentary in what is supposed to a news article.

Recent Examples on the Web Very opinionated, fearless, funny, knows their own mind, not afraid to speak it, unpredictable, maybe a little bit dangerous. — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 17 Mar. 2022 During the Trump presidency, Zucker pushed CNN’s primetime lineup to be more opinionated and analysis-driven, leaning on hosts like Chris Cuomo who mixed strong points of view into their programs. — Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Feb. 2022 While North isn't afraid to bring out her inner fashion critic, the rising fashionista is also opinionated about her hair. — Greta Bjornson, PEOPLE.com, 23 Mar. 2022 During Zucker's tenure, several CNN personalities have become more opinionated on the air, and there's been some talk about whether a new chief executive would try to reset things. — David Bauder, ajc, 26 Feb. 2022 During Zucker’s tenure, several CNN personalities have become more opinionated on the air, and there’s been some talk about whether a new chief executive would try to reset things. — al, 26 Feb. 2022 No newsletter has smarter, more loyal, more opinionated, or more engaged readers. — Claire Zillman, Fortune, 11 Feb. 2022 In fashion meetings André was highly opinionated, and loudly declamatory. — Hamish Bowles, Vogue, 19 Jan. 2022 Of course, the friction may have been a result of their similarities — both were very opinionated. — Sarah Barker, Outside Online, 16 Apr. 2021 See More

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