Opinionated

/əˈpɪnjəˌneɪtɪd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Holding strong personal beliefs or opinions, often to the extent of being inflexible or dogmatic.

The opinionated critic refused to consider any viewpoints other than his own.

Expressing one's beliefs or opinions in an assertive and often forceful manner.

Her opinionated remarks in the meeting made it clear that she was not open to compromise.

Having a tendency to form personal opinions or judgments that are not easily swayed by alternative perspectives.

He is known for being quite opinionated about politics, often dominating conversations with his views.

Derived from the word 'opinion' with the suffix '-ated' indicating a condition or quality.

sticking to your guns

Remaining firm in your beliefs despite opposition.

having an ax to grind

Having a strong personal opinion about something that you want to express.

set in one's ways

Unwilling to change one's behavior or attitude.

opinion

A belief or judgment about something.

bias

A preference or inclination, especially one that inhibits impartial judgment.

dogma

A principle or set of principles laid down by an authority as incontrovertibly true.

Know-it-all

Stop being such a know-it-all and just listen for once.

Bleeding heart

He's just a bleeding heart, always pushing his opinion on others.