What does “notion” mean?
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nounan idea, belief or understanding, often one that may be wrong
She rejected the notion that women are bad at math.
Notion at a glance
- Part of speech
- noun
- CEFR level
- C1 (advanced)
- Pronunciation
- /ˈnoʊʃən/ · NOH-shun
How to use “notion” correctly
Often used when the writer is about to challenge an idea. In US English “notions” can also mean small sewing items.
Common phrases with “notion”
- the notion that
- a vague notion
- reject the notion
- the notion of
Synonyms, opposites and related words
Word family
- notional
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