Thought meaning

What does “thought” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“thought” is a noun with 4 meanings. Its most common meaning is: the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about.

thought

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
“it was not a good idea”
“the thought never entered my mind”
Synonymsidea
the process of using your mind to consider something carefully
“thinking always made him frown”
“she paused for thought”
Synonymsthinking thought process cerebration intellection mentation
the organized beliefs of a period or group or individual
“19th century thought”
“Darwinian thought”
a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
“my opinion differs from yours”
“I am not of your persuasion”
Synonymsopinion sentiment persuasion view

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University