opined
Americanadjective
verb
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Etymology
Origin of opined
First recorded in 1795–1805; opine ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. ) for the adjective ; opine ( def. ) + -ed 1 ( def. ) for the verb
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Of Filmer’s theory of “patriarchal monarchy,” Locke opined that “there was never so much glib nonsense put together in well-sounding English.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 10, 2026
“His many detractors should grant that his comments late Saturday at a White House press briefing hit the right notes of gratitude and comity,” the Wall Street Journal editorial board opined.
From Slate ● Apr. 26, 2026
He also opined that the Strategy cost price is not as important as people think.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 16, 2026
A few analysts have opined on fusion, though.
From Barron's ● Dec. 19, 2025
Dolorous Edd opined that glass knives were about as useful as nipples on a knight's breastplate, but Jon was not so certain.
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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