opinion

the reason for a court's judgment (as opposed to the decision itself)

the legal document stating the reasons for a judicial decision

“opinions are usually written by a single judge”

a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty

“my opinion differs from yours”

a message expressing a belief about something; the expression of a belief that is held with confidence but not substantiated by positive knowledge or proof

“his opinions appeared frequently on the editorial page”

a belief or sentiment shared by most people; the voice of the people

“he asked for a poll of public opinion”

a vague idea in which some confidence is placed