世論

よろん
Alternative readings: せろん, せいろん
Alternative writings: 輿論
JLPT:N1
Frequency:
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Public opinion—the prevailing attitudes or sentiments of the general public; often measured or discussed in surveys and media.

Noun

Examples

世論調査の結果が発表された。

The results of the public opinion poll were announced.

この問題に関する世論は分かれている。

Public opinion on this issue is divided.

政府は世論を踏まえて方針を修正した。

The government revised its policy taking public opinion into account.