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Definition of thinking

thinking

/ˈθɪŋ.kɪŋ/
think · ing
Adverb:thinkingly
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• noun

1

The process of using one's mind to consider, reason, or form connected ideas about something.

Example

"Solving this complex puzzle requires careful and methodical thinking."

2

A person's particular ideas, opinions, or mental attitude toward a subject.

Example

"What is the current scientific thinking on the origins of the universe?"

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• adjective

1

Using rational thought or intelligence to consider matters carefully.

Example

"Any thinking person can see that the proposed policy has serious flaws."

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• Rhymes for thinking

• Nearby Words

think
thinkable
thinker
thinking
thinkpiece
thinly
thinner

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from Old English 'þencan' (to imagine, conceive in the mind, consider) combined with the suffix '-ing' to denote the mental action or process.

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