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thinking

UK/'θiŋkiŋ/US
IELTSA1

Definitions

n.

The process of using one's mind to reason or consider; one's opinions or ideas

思考,思维;想法,见解

adj.

Capable of rational thought; thoughtful

有理性的,善于思考的

Root Breakdown

Native English
thinkother
+
ingcontinuous / action of
=thinking

Common Collocations

  • 1.critical thinking批判性思维
  • 2.wishful thinking一厢情愿的想法
  • 3.lateral thinking横向思维/发散性思维
  • 4.current thinking当前的主流观点

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Critical thinking is an essential skill in today's rapidly changing world.

  • 2.

    His thinking on climate change has evolved significantly over the past decade.

  • 3.

    We need some fresh thinking to solve this long-standing problem.

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