Notion

Different words for “notion” across philosophical traditions include concept, idea, thought, and perception, but also more specific terms like ennoia (Greek), notio (Latin), primitive notion (logic/formal systems), and ontic (Heideggerian). The best term often depends on the tradition and the specific meaning, such as a basic idea, a formal concept, a subjective view, or a factual component of existence.

General philosophical terms

Concept: A general understanding of a class of things.
Idea: A thought or suggestion as to a possible course of action.
Thought: The process of thinking or the result of it.
Perception: The ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses; a way of regarding something.
Conception: The way in which something is perceived or regarded; a general idea.
Belief: An acceptance that a statement is true or that something exists. [

Specific philosophical traditions

Greek Philosophy: The term ennoia was used by Cicero as a loan-translation for the Greek word meaning “act of thinking” or “conception”.
Latin Philosophy: The Latin word notio from which “notion” is derived meant “concept,” “conception,” or “idea”.
Formal Logic: A primitive notion is a fundamental concept in a formal system that is not defined in terms of other concepts, such as “point” and “line” in geometry.
Heideggerian Philosophy: The term Ontic refers to the descriptive characteristics of a particular thing and the “plain facts” of its existence, often used in contrast to ontological (the study of being).

Nuances of “notion”

Vague or imperfect idea: “Notion” can imply a less developed or less precise idea than a formal “concept” or “theory”.
Inclination or whim: It can also describe a less rational or more whimsical inclination or belief.

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[1] https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/notion

[2] https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/notion

[3] https://www.etymonline.com/word/notion

[4] wikipedia/en/Heideggerian_terminology