notion
[C] Countable
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This word suggests a mental image that is often imprecise, tentative, or incomplete. It lacks the rigidity of a conviction or the formal structure of a theory, often describing a whim or a sudden, half-formed idea that pops into the mind. In professional or philosophical contexts, it refers to an abstract concept or a general understanding of a principle. However, in casual conversation, it frequently carries a hint of skepticism, implying that the belief might be misguided or unrealistic.
Used when referring to specific ideas, beliefs, or sudden impulses, such as having a notion to travel or a notion of how the system works.
Meanings
Noun
[someone][something]
A conception of or belief about something.
"He has a vague notion that the store is still open."