think
think Lexical Profile
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• verb
To use one's mind actively to form connected ideas, reason, or solve problems.
"Give yourself a few minutes to think carefully before answering the essay question."
To have a particular opinion, belief, or idea about someone or something.
"Many astronomers think that microbial life may exist beneath the icy surface of Europa."
To direct one's mind toward someone or something; to call to mind or remember.
"Whenever I hear that classical piano piece, I think of my grandmother."
To intend, expect, or plan to do something.
"We barely had time to pack because we did not think to leave so early in the morning."
• noun
An act or period of quiet reflection or careful consideration (used chiefly in the singular).
"Let me have a quiet think about your proposal before I give you a final answer."
• Rhymes for think
Word Origin & Etymology
From Old English 'þencan' (to imagine, conceive in the mind, consider), from Proto-Germanic '*thankjanan'. During the Middle English period, it merged with the related Old English verb 'þyncan' (to seem, appear).