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Afterthought

Verb / ˈæftɜ:ˌθɑ:t / / ˈæftɜ:ˌθɔ:t / Another word for afterthought — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

An afterthought is an idea or decision that someone thinks of after a plan has already been made.

Synonyms & similar words

reconsideration secondthought rethink reconsideration rethink addendum revision supplement amendment correction emendation postscript extra appendix addition revision retrospect reconsideration reappraisal re-examination re-evaluation reassessment

Example sentences

  1. I had an afterthought about bringing an umbrella when it started to rain.
  2. After I sent the email, I had an afterthought that I forgot to attach the file.
  3. His comment was an afterthought that came too late.
  4. She added an afterthought to her presentation.
  5. He made an afterthought to his decision.

Quotes

  • 'An afterthought is always better than no thought.' - Julie Andrews
  • 'An afterthought is the mother of invention.' - Jim Harrison
  • 'An afterthought is a delayed thought.' - Proverb

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