OPINION


Meaning of OPINION in English

noun

1

BAD : According to Henry's opinion, less money should be spent on weapons.

GOOD : In Henry's opinion, less money should be spent on weapons.

GOOD : According to Henry, less money should be spent on weapons.

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according to sb : 'According to Peter, deforestation is a serious problem.'

in sb's opinion (NOT according to ... opinion ): 'In Peter's opinion, deforestation is a very serious problem.'

2

BAD : They are not afraid of saying their opinions.

GOOD : They are not afraid of expressing their opinions.

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express/give your opinion (NOT say ): 'The newspapers express a wide range of political opinions.'

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