Rethink: meaning, definitions and examples

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rethink

[ ˌriːˈθɪŋk ]

Verb

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change

To think again about a decision, opinion, or idea, especially in order to change it.

Synonyms

reassess, reconsider, review, revise.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
rethink	This word is often used when you need to think about something in a completely new way because the original approach might be flawed or outdated. After seeing the effects of climate change, many companies have started to rethink their environmental policies
reconsider	Reconsider is used when you are asked to think again about a decision, often implying that you might change your mind based on new information or perspectives. She asked him to reconsider his decision to move to another city
review	Review is commonly used in situations where you need to go over or examine something carefully in detail, which might be for feedback, evaluation, or revision purposes. The student asked the teacher to review his paper before the final submission
reassess	Reassess is typically used when you need to evaluate something again, usually to determine its current value, performance, or condition. The company decided to reassess its marketing strategy after sales dropped for three consecutive quarters
revise	Revise usually implies making changes to something written or planned, such as a document, plan, or policy, in order to improve it. The author had to revise his manuscript after receiving feedback from the editor

Examples of usage

I need to rethink my strategy for the project.
She decided to rethink her career choice.
We should rethink our approach to this problem.

Translations

Translations of the word "rethink" in other languages:

🇵🇹 repensar

🇮🇳 पुनर्विचार करना

🇩🇪 überdenken

🇮🇩 memikirkan kembali

🇺🇦 переосмислити

🇵🇱 przemyśleć ponownie

🇯🇵 再考する

🇫🇷 repenser

🇪🇸 reconsiderar

🇹🇷 yeniden düşünmek

🇰🇷 다시 생각하다

🇸🇦 إعادة التفكير

🇨🇿 přehodnotit

🇸🇰 prehodnotiť

🇨🇳 重新考虑

🇸🇮 premisliti

🇮🇸 endurhugsa

🇰🇿 қайта қарау

🇬🇪 ხელახლა დაფიქრება

🇦🇿 yenidən düşünmək

🇲🇽 reconsiderar

Etymology

The word 'rethink' originated in the late 18th century, formed by combining the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' and the verb 'think'. It gained popularity in the 20th century with the rise of critical thinking and the need to reevaluate ideas and decisions in various aspects of life.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,381, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.

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19378 enrolling
19379 dissident
19380 splice
19381 rethink
19382 desserts
19383 voltmeter
19384 principled
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