opinion

(noun) a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty. Synonyms: sentiment, persuasion, view, thought. Examples: "My opinion differs from yours." "I am not of your persuasion." "What are your thoughts on haiti?."

(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. Synonyms: view. Example: "His opinions appeared frequently on the editorial page."

(noun) a belief or sentiment shared by most people; the voice of the people. Synonyms: public opinion, popular opinion, vox populi. Example: "He asked for a poll of public opinion."

(noun) the legal document stating the reasons for a judicial decision. Synonyms: legal opinion, judgment, judgement. Example: "Opinions are usually written by a single judge."

(noun) the reason for a court's judgment (as opposed to the decision itself). Synonyms: ruling.

(noun) a vague idea in which some confidence is placed. Synonyms: impression, feeling, belief, notion. Examples: "His impression of her was favorable." "What are your feelings about the crisis?." "It strengthened my belief in his sincerity." "I had a feeling that she was lying."