Think

Definition

Think refers to the process of using one's mind to consider, reason, or form ideas, opinions, or judgments.

Parts of Speech

• Verb
• Noun (informal, rare)

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /θɪŋk/
• Respelling: THINGK

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /θɪŋk/
• Respelling: THINGK

Etymology

The word "think" originates from Old English "þencan," meaning "to conceive in the mind, consider, or intend," derived from Proto-Germanic "*thankjan," which is related to Proto-Indo-European "*tong-" meaning "to feel or know."

Derivatives

• Thought (noun)
• Thinking (noun/verb)
• Thinkable (adjective)
• Overthink (verb)
• Rethink (verb/noun)

Synonyms

• Contemplate
• Reason
• Consider

Antonyms

• Ignore
• Overlook
• Neglect

Usage

The verb "think" is commonly used to express mental activity, as in "I think she is right." It is also used to indicate opinion, as in "What do you think about the proposal?" As a noun, it refers to an act of reflection, as in "Let me have a quick think about it."

Related Terms

• Mind: The faculty of thought and reasoning.
• Idea: A concept or plan formed by thinking.
• Reflection: Serious thought or consideration.

Detailed Definitions

Verb

• To form ideas or opinions in the mind: Refers to the process of reasoning or intellectual consideration.
  • Example: "I think it’s going to rain today."
• To believe or have an opinion: Refers to expressing a judgment or assumption.
  • Example: "Do you think he will attend the meeting?"
• To use the mind actively: Refers to applying mental effort to solve a problem or understand something.
  • Example: "We need to think about the consequences."

Noun

• An act of considering or reasoning: Refers to the process of thought or deliberation (informal usage).
  • Example: "Let’s have a quick think about the plan."