Think

/θɪŋk/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to have a particular opinion or belief about something.

I think that we should leave early to avoid traffic.

to use one's mind actively to form connected ideas.

She sat quietly to think about her options.

to consider something carefully.

He needs to think carefully before making a decision.

to intend or plan to do something.

I think I'll go for a walk after dinner.

Old English 'þencan', which means 'to conceive of in the mind' or 'to consider'.

think outside the box

to think creatively and differently.

think twice

to reconsider or think carefully before making a decision.

I think not

a way to say that you disagree with something.

thought

the process of thinking about something.

thinker

a person who thinks deeply or critically.

thoughtful

considerate and reflective.

to ponder or consider something a lot.

I’ve been thinking on it for days.

to believe something, often used informally.

I think you should go for it!