Sentimenta feeling or opinion, especially one not based on facts usually means a personal opinion or belief, especially one based on feeling rather than proof. It can also mean a tendershowing gentle warmth, affection, or care, romantic, or nostalgicfeeling longing for the past or earlier times feeling.
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Pronunciation
AI-generated pronunciation audio (OpenAI).
Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˈsɛntəmənt/
Easy pronunciation: SEN-ti-ment (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress the first syllable.
Use this pronunciation for the noun meaning an opinion or belief, especially one based on feeling.
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Sentiment Meaning
an opinion or belief, especially one based on feeling
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
Example: There was strong public sentiment against the new law.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- opinion — A common substitute when sentiment means a belief or view.
- view — Works well when sentiment means someone's position or outlook.
- thought — Can fit in some contexts, though it is less precise than opinion or view.
- persuasion — Can mean a belief, but it is more formal and less common in everyday use.
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Other Meanings of Sentiment
Meaning 2
a soft, warm, or nostalgic feeling
Part of speech: noun
Definition: tender, romantic, or nostalgic feeling or emotion
Example: The old photo stirred up a lot of sentiment.
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Sentiment Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- opinion
- view
- thought
- persuasion
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Common Mistakes
- People sometimes confuse sentiment with sentimentality. Sentiment is the feeling or opinion itself; sentimentality usually means too much emotional feeling.
- Do not use sentiment as a direct synonym for emotion in every context. It often means a specific opinion or a gentle feeling, depending on the sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does sentiment mean?
Sentiment usually means a personal opinion or belief, especially one formed from feeling rather than proof. It can also refer to a tender or nostalgic feeling.
What are the synonyms of sentiment?
In the opinion sense, common synonyms include opinion, view, thought, and persuasion. In the feeling sense, there are fewer exact synonyms, so context matters.
Is sentiment the same as sentimentality?
No. Sentiment is a feeling or opinion. Sentimentality usually suggests an excess of emotional softness or nostalgia.
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