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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 Word Forms
- ԴtDz· adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of notion1
Example Sentences
Many voters in Alberta, however, dismiss the notion of independence altogether, even if they agree that the province has been overlooked.
The remarks from Kennedy drew widespread anger from people with autism who reject the notion of needing to be repaired, but also responses from those pushing for a greater understanding of autism.
The notion that we were saving in the long term no longer seemed defensible.
In fact, the whole notion of checks and balances — a foundational principle of American democracy — has gone out the window, Murkowski suggested in Anchorage.
That this sincere notion dovetails with an itch to vacate her dour, oppressive home only adds to her determination.
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