notion

Meaning

Mental apprehension of whatever may be known, thought, or imagined; idea, concept.
A sentiment; an opinion.
(obsolete) Sense; mind.
(colloquial) An invention; an ingenious device; a knickknack.
Any small article used in sewing and haberdashery, either for attachment to garments or as a tool, such as a button, zipper, or thimble.
(colloquial) Inclination; intention; predisposition; disposition.

idea

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general idea

speculation

vague idea

sudden insight

another point of view

incorrect idea

odd idea

Frequency

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈnəʊʃən/

From Latin nōtiō (“a becoming acquainted, a taking cognizance, an examination, an investigation, a conception, idea, notion”), from nōscō (“to know”). Compare French notion. See know.