Definition of "opinion" in Englisch

noun

1. A belief, judgment or perspective that a person has formed, either through objective or subjective reasoning, about a topic, issue, person or thing.

   • I would like to know your opinions on the new filing system.
   • In my opinion, white chocolate is better than milk chocolate.
   • Every man is a fool in some man's opinion.
   • We invite you to state your opinions about the suggestions.

2. The judgment or sentiment which the mind forms of persons or things; estimation.

3. (obsolete) Favorable estimation; hence, consideration; reputation; fame; public sentiment or esteem.

4. (obsolete) Obstinacy in holding to one's belief or impression; opiniativeness; conceitedness.

5. The formal decision, or expression of views, of a judge, an umpire, a doctor, or other party officially called upon to consider and decide upon a matter or point submitted.

6. (European Union law) A judicial opinion delivered by an Advocate General to the European Court of Justice where he or she proposes a legal solution to the cases for which the court is responsible.

verb

1. (transitive, archaic) To have or express as an opinion.