(law) the determination by a court of competent jurisdiction on matters submitted to it | the reason for a court's judgment (as opposed to the decision itself) |
| a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty |
| a belief or sentiment shared by most people; the voice of the people |
| a vague idea in which some confidence is placed |
| the legal document stating the reasons for a judicial decision |
| 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 |