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rethinker

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: //riˈθɪŋkər//

KK: /riˈθɪŋkər/

noun
Definition

A person who thinks about something again, often to change their opinion or approach.


Example

As a rethinks, she often challenges traditional ideas and proposes new solutions.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about being a rethinker in your career?
Sloth B
I guess I haven't really considered it, but it sounds interesting.
Sloth A
Yeah, I think it's important to challenge our ideas sometimes.
Sloth B
Definitely! Being a rethinker could lead to some great innovations.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
innovator
reformer
visionary
Antonyms
conformist
traditionalist
follower
Root Explanation

Rethinker → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "think" (from Old English "þencan", meaning to conceive in the mind). The word "rethinker" refers to someone who thinks again or reevaluates their thoughts.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'thinking again' — 're-' means again, and 'think' means to conceive ideas. This helps you remember that a rethinker is someone who reevaluates their thoughts.

Visually Confused Words
retinker
freethinker
forethinker
thinker
retainer
tinker
rinker
retier
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