Words Related to Opinion and Argument - Forming or Expressing an Opinion 5
Here you will learn some English words related to forming or expressing an opinion, such as "stance", "slant", and "shade".
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to scorn
[verb]
to have no respect for someone or something because one thinks they are stupid or undeserving
scorn
[noun]
a very strong feeling that someone or something is despicable or unworthy of respect
to seesaw
[verb]
to constantly change from one opinion, state, or mood to another and then back again
self-image
[noun]
the conception someone has, particularly about their abilities, character, and qualities
to shift one's ground
[phrase]
to adopt a different opinion or point of view, particularly a contradictory one
to shoot down
[verb]
to be too harsh on someone just to prove that their ideas are wrong or stupid
to shove / force / ram sth down one's throat
[phrase]
to compel someone to accept one’s ideas and beliefs, especially in an annoying way
to sing a different tune / song
[phrase]
to talk or act differently because of a change in opinion, behavior, or attitude, especially one that happens abruptly
slant
[noun]
a unique approach or perspective that is centered around a particular opinion
slur
[noun]
a mean or hurtful word or comment that is used to insult or put down someone based on their race, gender, or other traits
some
[determiner]
used to express a negative opinion or disappointment of someone or something
take it or leave it
[sentence]
used to show that one does not care if one's offer is accepted or rejected one will not negotiate further
to sound off
[verb]
to express strong and often negative opinions about something, typically in a rude manner
to sound a note (of something)
[phrase]
to have or express particular feelings or opinions
speaking as
[phrase]
expressing one's opinions or point of view as someone who has had the same or similar experience
to speak out
[verb]
to confidently share one's thoughts or feelings without any hesitation
to speak / talk the same language
[phrase]
to be able to understand someone because of having mutual tastes, opinions, attitudes, etc.
speculatively
[adverb]
in a way that shows one's decisions are merely based on estimations or personal opinions rather than actual facts
to stake out
[verb]
to clearly state one's opinions in order to distinguish between one's ideas and other's
to stand by
[verb]
to remain loyal to or supportive of someone, particularly during a hard time
standpoint
[noun]
an opinion or decision that is formed based on one's belief or circumstances
straw poll
[noun]
an unofficial test of opinion that includes a number of people who give their opinion about something or say whether or not they intend to participate in an election
the street
[noun]
the ideas and opinions that ordinary people have, especially people who live in cities
stubbornly
[adverb]
in a manner that shows a person's resistance or unwillingness to reconsider what they think or want to do
subjective
[adjective]
based on or influenced by personal feelings or opinions rather than facts
subjectively
[adverb]
in a way that is only based on or influenced by one's personal opinions, ideas, or feelings
subjectivity
[noun]
the state of being affected by personal opinions and feelings instead of facts and statistics
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