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How does the noun opinion contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of opinion are belief, conviction, persuasion, sentiment, and view. While all these words mean "a judgment one holds as true," opinion implies a conclusion thought out yet open to dispute.

each expert seemed to have a different opinion

When is it sensible to use belief instead of opinion?

While in some cases nearly identical to opinion, belief implies often deliberate acceptance and intellectual assent.

a firm belief in her party's platform

When can conviction be used instead of opinion?

The meanings of conviction and opinion largely overlap; however, conviction applies to a firmly and seriously held belief.

the conviction that animal life is as sacred as human

When might persuasion be a better fit than opinion?

In some situations, the words persuasion and opinion are roughly equivalent. However, persuasion suggests a belief grounded on assurance (as by evidence) of its truth.

was of the persuasion that everything changes

When is sentiment a more appropriate choice than opinion?

The words sentiment and opinion can be used in similar contexts, but sentiment suggests a settled opinion reflective of one's feelings.

her feminist sentiments are well-known

In what contexts can view take the place of opinion?

The words view and opinion are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, view suggests a subjective opinion.

very assertive in stating his views

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of opinion But Katz warned that public opinion among young men could shift rapidly depending on how the situation evolves. Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 June 2025 The Court, in a 7–2 opinion by Justice Neil Gorsuch, said no. Dan McLaughlin, National Review, 25 June 2025 The short answer to her question, in my opinion, is yes. Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 25 June 2025 But the Kennealy campaign believes the statute is unconstitutional because of a 1976 court opinion. Chris Van Buskirk, Boston Herald, 25 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for opinion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for opinion
Noun
  • Rowling has courted controversy since 2020 for regularly sharing beliefs on social media that many believe are transphobic.
    Zack Sharf, Variety, 22 June 2025
  • After taking Gabriel in the third round, doubling down on Sanders shows a belief in his ability.
    Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 June 2025
Noun
  • But the decision to start Rice was notable with Austin Wells hitting .150 with just one extra-base hit, a double, over his last 12 games.
    Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 29 June 2025
  • The parliamentarian's initial decisions mean Republicans have yanked out efforts to curb environmental regulations; restrict federal judges' powers; bulk up immigration enforcement; and cut funding from a consumer protection agency.
    Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 29 June 2025
Noun
  • The series garnered more than 190 million views in its premiere week alone, with over 60 million views in just the first week of availability.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 June 2025
  • In contrast, the view from the west reveals a warm and welcoming form that seems to open its arms to visitors.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 June 2025
Noun
  • The verdict will go a long way toward shaping the dynamic in 2028.
    Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 22 June 2025
  • After Heard filed an appeal of the verdict, the two announced separately that the case had been settled with the money paid by Heard going to charity.
    Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 22 June 2025
Noun
  • And all of the brilliant military minds involved in this attack.
    Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 22 June 2025
  • In a rare, bipartisan meeting of the minds, at least on this issue.
    CBS News, CBS News, 22 June 2025
Noun
  • That said, this bit felt like a very important emotional conclusion, that real change had finally been achieved between these two characters.
    Dalton Ross, EW.com, 23 June 2025
  • What is a totalitarian leader other than an individualist taking that creed to its cruel conclusions, erasing the uniqueness of every other person into mere characters in a drama?
    Ed Simon June 23, Literary Hub, 23 June 2025
Noun
  • Unable to keep pace, academic administrations largely stopped trying to control students’ use of artificial intelligence and adopted an attitude of hopeful resignation, encouraging teachers to explore the practical, pedagogical applications of A.I.
    Hua Hsu, New Yorker, 30 June 2025
  • Perhaps the attitude is that, as the tech sector caused the problem and is profiting from it, the tech sector should sort it out.
    Bernard Marr, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Noun
  • Then the market for EVs started showing signs of slowing down, and the current administration’s determination to eliminate the federal tax credit for EVs started to alter the trajectory of the battery-electric vehicle uptake.
    Kristin Shaw, Forbes.com, 19 June 2025
  • While there is an investigation looking into what caused the Air India disaster, no official determination has been issued yet.
    Opheli Garcia Lawler, Travel + Leisure, 18 June 2025

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“Opinion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opinion. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.

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