opiner

Opiner is a noun that denotes a person who expresses an opinion, especially in public or online contexts. It is formed by adding the agent-noun suffix -er to the verb opine. The term emphasizes the act of giving an opinion rather than presenting new information and is commonly used in discussions about online discourse, blogs, op-ed columns, and social media commentary. While neutral in itself, opiner can carry evaluative overtones depending on tone and context; some users apply it descriptively, others pejoratively to imply a focus on subjective view over evidence.

Opiner often contrasts with terms such as pundit, commentator, or analyst, which may imply more expertise or formal argumentation. It can appear in phrases such as "the opiner on the forum" or "a panel of opiners," depending on rhetorical stance. The word is informal and more common in conversational writing than in formal journalism, where more specific labels like columnist or analyst are typically used.

Examples:

The opiner on the forum suggested considering the budget implications before voting.

In her blog, the opiner criticized the proposal but offered few actionable alternatives.

See also: pundit, commentator, critic, opinion leader, blogger.