Opinion

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-019708",
  "term": "Opinion",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "A time-bound judgment or speculation that fluctuates unpredictably. In contrast to beliefs (i.e., tenaciously held convictions) \"opinions\" express what we believe at a given moment. \"Opinions\" generally are short-run impressions or \"guesses\" about specific objects, ideas, issues, or events that are usually involved with aspects of public affairs. (O'Connell 1974)",
  "references": [
    "USDA Forest Service Wildland Planning Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/opinion/"
}