think

verb

ˈthiŋk How to pronounce think (audio)
Definition of thinknext
as in to believe
to have as an opinion I think we should wait for someone to come help us out

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How is the word think distinct from other similar verbs?

Some common synonyms of think are conceive, envisage, envision, fancy, imagine, and realize. While all these words mean "to form an idea of," think implies the entrance of an idea into one's mind with or without deliberate consideration or reflection.

I just thought of a good joke

When is it sensible to use conceive instead of think?

Although the words conceive and think have much in common, conceive suggests the forming and bringing forth and usually developing of an idea, plan, or design.

conceived of a new marketing approach

How do envisage and envision relate to one another, in the sense of think?

Both envisage and envision imply a conceiving or imagining that is especially clear or detailed.

envisaged a totally computerized operation
envisioned a cure for the disease

When is fancy a more appropriate choice than think?

The synonyms fancy and think are sometimes interchangeable, but fancy suggests an imagining often unrestrained by reality but spurred by desires.

fancied himself a super athlete

When might imagine be a better fit than think?

The words imagine and think can be used in similar contexts, but imagine stresses a visualization.

imagine you're at the beach

When can realize be used instead of think?

In some situations, the words realize and think are roughly equivalent. However, realize stresses a grasping of the significance of what is conceived or imagined.

realized the enormity of the task ahead

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Recent Examples of think Why Skipping Is The Ultimate Plyometric Exercise Most think of skipping as something kids do. —Jesse Pines, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025 To make matters worse, Brooklyn’s family thinks that Brian is just using her for the trust fund that she’s inherited from her recently deceased father. —Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 21 Mar. 2025 By Mary McNamara , Robert Lloyd and Yvonne Villarreal March 21, 2025 9:18 AM PT Welcome to Screen Gab, the newsletter for everyone who thinks today is even better than a waffle party. —Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 21 Mar. 2025 Everyone thought my mom was a saint for being my dad's wife, for taking care of not just him but our entire household. —Malaka Gharib, NPR, 21 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for think
Recent Examples of Synonyms for think
  1. believe
  2. guess
  3. imagine
  4. consider
  5. feel
Verb
  • Matthieu Humair, chief executive officer of the Watches and Wonders Geneva Foundation, which organizes the annual event, believes there is safety — and strength — in numbers.
    — Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2025
  • Zachary Rotman of FanSided believes the Chicago Cubs should emerge as a favorite.
    — Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
Definition of believe
Verb
  • Wearing a dress with a print that includes white can often leave people guessing.
    — Maria Ward, Vogue, 10 Apr. 2025
  • After a clue brought via a time machine (what else?), guesses for Yorkie included Lori Loughlin (Thicke), Kyle Richards (Jeong), and Erika Jayne (McCarthy-Wahlberg).
    — Lauren Huff, EW.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Definition of guess
Verb
  • Just imagine the potpourri of amazing facial expressions that would have been on display had Sai been sitting on the jury.
    — Dalton Ross, EW.com, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Photo : Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings PLC Our interior was imagined as a mix of Alcantara and semi-aniline leather in Onyx Black, complemented by a dark chrome finish on the air vents and metallic switches, and carbon fiber for the steering wheel.
    — Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2025
Definition of imagine
Verb
  • The dispute ended up before the Supreme Court, and Chief Justice John Roberts put that deadline on hold to allow the high court more time to consider the matter.
    — Jacob Rosen, CBS News, 11 Apr. 2025
  • Legal representatives for Nelly urged the judge presiding over the case to consider delaying the dismissal and holding St. Lunatics accountable for the legal charges incurred.
    — Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 10 Apr. 2025
Definition of consider
Verb
  • Many individuals feel too stressed or busy will avoid treating themselves, according to a study by Cornell SC Johnson College of Business published in the Journal of Consumer Research.
    — Kate Wieczorek, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
  • Understanding the difference can feel like a bit of a chemistry lesson.
    — Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 Mar. 2025
Definition of feel

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