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Definition of opiniativeness in English:

opiniativeness

noun

rare

  • Obstinate adherence to one's own opinion; opinionatedness.

Pronunciation

opiniativeness

/əˈpɪn(ɪ)ətɪvnɪs/ /əˈpɪnɪətɪvnɪs/

Origin

Early 17th century; earliest use found in Randle Cotgrave (fl. 1587–?1630), lexicographer. From opiniative + -ness.