Cool MateOpinion
UK /["/əˈpɪnjən/"]/US /["/əˈpɪnjən/"]/
Definition
your feelings or thoughts about somebody/something, rather than a fact
In simple words: What you think about something.
Examples
- In my opinion, the movie was fantastic.
- Everyone is entitled to their own opinion.
- She expressed her opinion on the new policy.
- What is your opinion about this situation?
- His opinion differs from mine.
Usage notes
Use 'opinion' when discussing thoughts or views. It’s neutral and suits most situations but may be too informal for formal essays.
Grammar pattern
have + opinion (about/on + object)
Memory hint
Think of 'opinion' as 'Oh pinion!' — you’re pinning down what you think.
Collocations
- good
- high
- low
- have
- hold
- air
- change
- differ
- vary
- piece
- in your opinion
- opinion about
- opinion on
- be of the opinion that…
- a difference of opinion
- in my humble opinion
- prevailing
- general
- popular
- body
- mould/mold
- shape
- sway
- be against something
- be in favour/favor of something
- be divided
- poll
- former
- leader
- opinion among
- climate of opinion
- shades of opinion
Synonyms
- view
Antonyms
- fact
- certainty
- truth
Common mistakes
- 'Opinion' is often confused with 'view' or 'idea', but it’s more about personal belief.
- Saying 'in my opinion' too frequently can make writing sound repetitive.
- 'Opinion' is countable, so use 'an opinion' not 'a opinion'.