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Definition of rethink

rethink

/ˌriːˈθɪŋk/
re · think
Plural:rethinks
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Past Simple:rethought
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Past Participle:rethought
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Present Participle:rethinking
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rethink Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To consider or assess something again, especially in order to change or improve it.

Example

"After hearing the community's concerns, the city council decided to rethink the proposed zoning laws."

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• noun

1

A reassessment or reconsideration of something, especially one that results in a significant change to a policy or plan.

Example

"The disappointing sales figures prompted a major rethink of the company's marketing strategy."

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• Rhymes for rethink

• Nearby Words

retention
retentive
retest
rethink
rethread
reticent
reticently

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Rethink. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/rethink
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