opinionatedness
uh-PIN-yuh-nay-tid-nis
Definition
The quality or state of having strong, often stubborn, views on various subjects rather than holding neutral or undecided positions.
How do you pronounce opinionatedness?
Opinionatedness is pronounced uh-PIN-yuh-nay-tid-nis (IPA: //əˌpɪnjəˈneɪtɪdnəs//).
Where does opinionatedness come from?
Derived from the word 'opinion,' which comes from the Latin 'opinio' meaning 'belief' or 'conjecture,' combined with the suffix '-ated' and '-ness' to denote a quality or state of being.
In the news
In the article, opinionatedness is identified as a key trait that, when combined with belief alignment, defines an ideologue; the study finds that possessing this trait significantly influences the intensity of a person's emotional response toward those with opposing political views.
How cognitive shortcuts fuel American political divisions
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