noun
intelligent opinion; esteemed opinion
Formal term used to respectfully refer to someone's opinion or argument, often in academic or polite contexts. Can also mean a lofty or excellent argument.
先生の高論を拝聴し、大変勉強になりました。
I had the honor of listening to your esteemed opinion, and I learned a great deal.
彼の論文は高論ではあるが、実用性に欠ける。
His paper presents an intelligent argument, but it lacks practicality.