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notion
[noh-shuhn]
noun
a general understanding; vague or imperfect conception or idea of something.
a notion of how something should be done.
an opinion, view, or belief.
That's his notion, not mine.
conception or idea.
his notion of democracy.
a fanciful or foolish idea; whim.
She had a notion to swim in the winter.
an ingenious article, device, or contrivance; knickknack.
notions, small articles, as buttons, thread, ribbon, and other personal items, especially such items displayed together for sale, as in a department store.
notion
/ ˈəʊʃə /
noun
a vague idea; impression
an idea, concept, or opinion
an inclination or whim
Other 51Թ Forms
- notionless adjective
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of notion1
Example Sentences
"The notion… is honestly delusional," he told ABC radio.
As the leader of The Beach Boys, he elevated American music and the notion of recording artistry in one fell swoop in the mid-1960s.
Lyons said he "strongly hit back at any notion" he had revealed the use of this facility.
“But that very notion creates such a terrible sense of fear in our city, and it’s just not right to do that to a population who’s trying to survive.”
"More than one juror had complained that other jurors had preconceived notions and are using their beliefs of Harvey's life as evidence of guilt," the spokesperson said.
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