Opinion vs. Review — What's the Difference?

A view or judgment formed about something, not necessarily based on fact or knowledge.

An act of revising or looking over with the intent to correct or improve.

A formal statement of advice by an expert on a professional matter.

A formal assessment or examination of something with the possibility or intention of instituting change if necessary.

A personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty.

A critical appraisal of a book, play, movie, exhibition, etc., typically for publication.

A legal decision given by a judge or court.

A retrospective view or survey, as of a period of time or series of events.

An estimation of quality or worth.

A periodic evaluation of a person’s work or performance.

An opinion is a judgement, viewpoint, or statement that is not conclusive, rather than facts, which are true statements.

A review is an evaluation of a publication, service, or company such as a movie (a movie review), video game (video game review), musical composition (music review of a composition or recording), book (book review); a piece of hardware like a car, home appliance, or computer; or softwares such as business software, sales softwares; or an event or performance, such as a live music concert, play, musical theater show, dance show or art exhibition. In addition to a critical evaluation, the review's author may assign the work a rating to indicate its relative merit.

A belief or conclusion held with confidence but not substantiated by positive knowledge or proof

To look over, study, or examine again

A judgment based on special knowledge and given by an expert

To consider retrospectively; look back on

A judgment or estimation of the merit of a person or thing

To examine with an eye to criticism or correction

The prevailing view

To write or give a critical report on (a new work or performance, for example).

A court's formal, usually written statement explaining its reasons for its decision in a case.

(Law) To evaluate (a decision made by or action taken by a lower court) to determine whether any error was made.

An attorney's formal, usually written statement giving an assessment of how the law should be or is likely to be applied in a particular situation.

To subject to a formal inspection, especially a military inspection.

A piece of testimony that is not usually admissible when given by a layperson, as in contrast to an opinion given by an expert witness.

To go over or restudy material

A belief, judgment or perspective that a person has formed, either through objective or subjective reasoning, about a topic, issue, person or thing.

To write critical reviews, especially for a newspaper or magazine.

The judgment or sentiment which the mind forms of persons or things; estimation.

A reexamination or reconsideration.

(obsolete) Favorable estimation; hence, consideration; reputation; fame; public sentiment or esteem.

A retrospective view or survey.

(obsolete) Obstinacy in holding to one's belief or impression; opiniativeness; conceitedness.

A restudying of subject matter.

The formal decision, or expression of views, of a judge, an umpire, a doctor, or other party officially called upon to consider and decide upon a matter or point submitted.

An exercise for use in restudying material.

(European Union law) a judicial opinion delivered by an Advocate General to the European Court of Justice where he or she proposes a legal solution to the cases for which the court is responsible

A report or essay giving a critical estimate of a work or performance.

To have or express as an opinion.

A periodical devoted to articles and essays on current affairs, literature, or art.

That which is opined; a notion or conviction founded on probable evidence; belief stronger than impression, less strong than positive knowledge; settled judgment in regard to any point of knowledge or action.

An inspection or examination for the purpose of evaluation.

The judgment or sentiment which the mind forms of persons or things; estimation.

A formal military inspection.

Favorable estimation; hence, consideration; reputation; fame; public sentiment or esteem.

A formal military ceremony held in honor of a person or occasion.

Obstinacy in holding to one's belief or impression; opiniativeness; conceitedness.

(Law) An evaluation conducted by a higher court of a decision made or action taken by a lower court to determine whether any error was made.

The formal decision, or expression of views, of a judge, an umpire, a counselor, or other party officially called upon to consider and decide upon a matter or point submitted.

A musical show consisting of often satirical skits, songs, and dances; a revue.

To opine.

A second or subsequent reading of a text or artifact in an attempt to gain new insights.

A personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty;

An account intended as a critical evaluation of a text or a piece of work.

A belief or sentiment shared by most people; the voice of the people;

(legal) A judicial reassessment of a case or an event.

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;

A stage show made up of topical sketches etc.

The legal document stating the reasons for a judicial decision;

A survey of the available items or material.

The reason for a court's judgment (as opposed to the decision itself)

A periodical which makes a survey of the arts or some other field.

A vague idea in which some confidence is placed;

A military inspection or display for the benefit of superiors or VIPs.

A forensic inspection to assess compliance with regulations or some code.

To survey; to look broadly over.

To write a critical evaluation of a new art work etc.; to write a review.

To look back over in order to correct or edit; to revise.

To look over again (something previously written or learned), especially in preparation for an examination.

(obsolete) To view or see again; to look back on.

(obsolete) To retrace; to go over again.

To view or see again; to look back on.

To go over and examine critically or deliberately.

To retrace; to go over again.

To look back; to make a review.

A second or repeated view; a reëxamination; a retrospective survey; a looking over again; as, a review of one's studies; a review of life.

An examination with a view to amendment or improvement; revision; as, an author's review of his works.

A critical examination of a publication, with remarks; a criticism; a critique.

A periodical containing critical essays upon matters of interest, as new productions in literature, art, etc.

An inspection, as of troops under arms or of a naval force, by a high officer, for the purpose of ascertaining the state of discipline, equipments, etc.

The judicial examination of the proceedings of a lower court by a higher.

A lesson studied or recited for a second time.

A new appraisal or evaluation

An essay or article that gives a critical evaluation (as of a book or play)

A subsequent examination of a patient for the purpose of monitoring earlier treatment

(accounting) a service (less exhaustive than an audit) that provides some assurance to interested parties as to the reliability of financial data

A variety show with topical sketches and songs and dancing and comedians

A periodical that publishes critical essays on current affairs or literature or art

A summary at the end that repeats the substance of a longer discussion

(law) a judicial reexamination of the proceedings of a court (especially by an appellate court)

Practice intended to polish performance or refresh the memory

A formal or official examination;

Look at again; examine again;

Appraise critically;

Hold a review (of troops)

Refresh one's memory;

Look back upon (a period of time, sequence of events, etc.); remember;

Reviews are generally considered more reliable as they are based on criteria and evidence, whereas opinions are subjective.

A review is a detailed analysis or evaluation of a product, service, or creative work based on specific criteria and often evidence.

An opinion is a personal belief or judgment not necessarily based on factual evidence.

Yes, consumer opinions can significantly influence the buying decisions of others.

While not always mandatory, expertise can enhance the credibility and depth of a review.

A well-grounded review will typically be detailed and provide evidence, whereas an opinionated review may rely more on personal feelings.

Yes, while reviews aim to be objective, personal opinions can influence the tone and conclusion of a review.

Social media platforms are popular for sharing both opinions and reviews, impacting public perception and consumer behavior.

Opinions often shape personal interactions and can influence relationships positively or negatively.

Reviews provide a more structured and evidence-based evaluation, which can be more useful for making informed decisions.