Synonyms for

Ideas

Verb / aɪˈdi:ʌz / Another word for ideas — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A thought or suggestion about a possible course of action.

Synonyms & similar words

mind melodictheme musicaltheme estimation thought approximation idea estimate theme notion concept plan proposal brainstorm conception design imagination inspiration thought

Synonyms by register

Formal

concepts notions propositions hypotheses

Informal

thoughts brainwaves hunches schemes

Literary

musings conceptions phantasms

Antonyms

ignorance apathy conformity dogma certainty unoriginality

Common collocations

  • good ideas
  • new ideas
  • creative ideas
  • share ideas
  • generate ideas
  • bright ideas
  • wild ideas
  • discuss ideas

Word family

noun idea
verb ideate
adjective ideal
adverb ideally

Usage note

While 'ideas' can refer to thoughts or concepts, it's often used in a more concrete sense for plans or suggestions. Be mindful of context when choosing synonyms.

Example sentences

  1. My teacher asked us to share our ideas for the class project.
  2. I have some ideas on how we can make the playground more fun.
  3. She always has great ideas for what to do on the weekends.
  4. We brainstormed some new ideas for the business.
  5. He came up with the idea for a new invention.

Quotes

  • Ideas are the source of all things.
  • An idea not coupled with action will never get any bigger than the brain cell it occupied.
  • I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work.

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