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notion

/ˈnoʊ.ʃən/
no · tion
Adverb:notionally
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Plural:notions
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Adjective:notional
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notion Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A conception of or belief about something; an idea, opinion, or vague understanding.

Example

"She had a romanticized notion of what life in the countryside would be like."

2

An impulse, caprice, or sudden desire to do something.

Example

"He had a sudden notion to pack his bags and drive to the coast for the weekend."

3

North American Small, lightweight items and accessories used in sewing and dressmaking, such as buttons, needles, thread, zippers, and ribbons (usually used in the plural).

Example

"The fabric store carries a wide assortment of quilting cottons and sewing notions."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 14th century from Latin 'notio' (meaning 'a taking cognizance of, an examination, or an idea'), derived from the verb 'noscere' ('to come to know').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Notion. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/notion
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