idea
/aɪ̯ˈdɪə̯/
An image of an object that is formed in the mind or recalled by the memory; More generally, any result of mental activity; a thought, a notion; a way of thinking
- plural
- ideas
Meanings
- 1
An image of an object that is formed in the mind or recalled by the memory
That isn't a good idea.
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You don't like my idea?
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- 2
More generally, any result of mental activity; a thought, a notion; a way of thinking
- 3
A conception in the mind of something to be done; a plan for doing something, an intention
- 4
A purposeful aim or goal; intent
- 5
A vague or fanciful notion; a feeling or hunch; an impression
- 6
An abstract archetype of a given thing, compared to which real-life examples are seen as imperfect approximations; pure essence, as opposed to actual examplesrare
- 7
The conception of someone or something as representing a perfect example; an idealrare
- 8
The form or shape of something; a quintessential aspect or characteristicrare
- 9
A musical theme or melodic subjectrare