Definitions

public opinion

NOUN

common belief

Synonyms

WEAK

climate of opinion community sentiment consensus gentium conventional wisdom general belief group pressure popular belief prevailing belief prevailing sentiment public belief social pressure special-interest pressure vox pop vox populi

Example Sentences

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White-collar workers worry about their job prospects as the technology’s capabilities rapidly improve, and in the U.S., public opinion about AI is quickly souring.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026

The case illustrates the power of AI technology to damage reputations and shape public opinion long before the facts have emerged.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

Absolutely not in the Premier League, but football does seem to have a different expectation when it comes to an attacking move and it is unlikely public opinion will be on Salisbury's side.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

These concerns have influenced public opinion and even medical advice, leading some people to believe repeated dieting attempts may ultimately cause more harm than benefit.

From Science Daily • May 17, 2026

As far as public opinion was concerned, the result of the raids was far more positive than even Palmer could have hoped for.

From "1919 The Year That Changed America" by Martin W. Sandler