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brainstorm

 

[ ˈbreɪnstɔːm ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

creative process

A spontaneous group discussion to produce ideas and ways of solving problems.

Synonyms

ideation, think tank, thought shower

Examples of usage

  • Let's have a brainstorm to come up with some new marketing strategies.
  • The team had a brainstorming session to generate ideas for the project.
Context #2 | Verb

creative process

To generate ideas and solutions through a group discussion.

Synonyms

blue-sky thinking, ideate, spitball

Examples of usage

  • We need to brainstorm some new concepts for the ad campaign.
  • Let's brainstorm together to find a solution to this issue.

Etymology

The term 'brainstorm' originated in the late 19th century from the words 'brain' and 'storm', reflecting the idea of a sudden and intense outpouring of thoughts and ideas. It has since become a popular method for generating creative solutions and innovations in various fields.

See also: brain, braincase, brainiac, brainpan, brainpower, brains, brainstorming, brainteaser, brainwash, brainwashing, brainwave, brainworm, brainy.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,679, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.