adjective
opinionated
uh-PIHN-yuh-nay-tihd
Opinionated (adjective) means holding and expressing strong personal views, often stubbornly. Example: “He's quite opinionated about politics and won't back down in an argument.”
adjective
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Holding and expressing strong personal views, often stubbornly.
"He's quite opinionated about politics and won't back down in an argument."
How to use opinionated
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who has firm views and isn't shy about sharing them, sometimes to the point of being inflexible.
When to use it
Often used with a slightly negative tone, implying stubbornness rather than simple confidence.
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more opinionated
- Superlative
- most opinionated
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What does “opinionated” mean?
The word “opinionated” means holding and expressing strong personal views, often stubbornly. In plain terms, someone who has firm views and isn't shy about sharing them, sometimes to the point of being inflexible.
How do you pronounce “opinionated”?
“Opinionated” is pronounced uh-PIHN-yuh-nay-tihd (/əˈpɪn.jə.neɪ.tɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “opinionated” in a sentence?
Here is “opinionated” used in a sentence: “He's quite opinionated about politics and won't back down in an argument.”
What part of speech is “opinionated”?
“Opinionated” is an adjective.
