1. A personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty Noun
2. 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 Noun
3. A belief or sentiment shared by most people; the voice of the people Noun
4. The legal document stating the reasons for a judicial decision Noun
5. The reason for a court's judgment (as opposed to the decision itself) Noun
6. A vague idea in which some confidence is placed Noun