opinionative

adjective

ə-ˈpin-yə-ˌnā-tiv How to pronounce opinionative (audio)
Definition of opinionativenext
as in opinionated
given to or marked by the forceful expression of strongly held opinions one particularly opinionative caller informed the talk show host that he was an idiot

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for opinionative
  1. opinionated
  2. stubborn
  3. adamant
Adjective
  • Last night, Los Angeles rapper the Game released his latest album, The Documentary III, a sprawling 24-track epic in which the highly opinionated West Coast rap staple lets a few things off his chest.
    — Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2026
  • This proprietary database ensures the platform offers genuine, opinionated, and high-taste recommendations rather than regurgitating generic information.
    — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of opinionated
Adjective
  • United’s struggle to break down stubborn defensive sides is a problem that predates Carrick.
    — Liam Tharme, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026
  • This one features glycerin, stearic acid, and allantoin to help repair cracks and stubborn dry spots.
    — Mary Honkus, Glamour, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of stubborn
Adjective
  • Coach Ryan Day has been adamant most of his career that Ohio State will remain Ohio State no matter who is calling plays.
    — Cameron Teague Robinson, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Vendors say business will continue after Parlor The food tenants who have spoken out about the sudden closure have all been adamant that this isn’t where their businesses end.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of adamant
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“Opinionative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opinionative. Accessed 27 Aug. 2026.

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