thinking
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈθɪŋkɪŋ/
KK: /θɪŋkɪŋ/
adjective
Definition
Relating to the process of using one's mind to consider or reason about something.
Example
She is a very thinking person who always analyzes situations carefully.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more thinking
Superlative: most thinking
Conversation
I’ve been really thinking about my future lately.
That's good! It's important to reflect on what you want.
Yeah, I feel like being more thinking will help me make better choices.
Definitely! It’s all about being mindful of your decisions.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
cognitive
reflective
intellectual
Antonyms
unthinking
irrational
mindless
noun
Definition
The process of using your mind to consider or reason about something.
Example
Her thinking about the problem helped us find a solution.
Conversation
I've been doing a lot of thinking about my future lately.
Really? What have you come up with so far?
Honestly, I feel like I need to change my way of thinking to make better choices.
Root Explanation
Thinking → The word 'thinking' is derived from 'think' (from Old English 'þencan', meaning to conceive of in the mind or to consider) and the suffix '-ing' (indicating the action or process of). Thus, 'thinking' refers to the action or process of conceiving ideas or considering something in the mind.
Memory Tip
Imagine the process of 'conceiving ideas' in your mind when you think — that's what 'thinking' means.
Visually Confused Words
unthinking
tinkling
stinking
chinking
tining
nonthinking
twinkling
shrinking