Synonyms: idea, estimate, estimation, approximation
Definition: an approximate calculation of quantity or degree or worth
Usage: an estimate of what it would cost; a rough idea how long it would take
Similar words: figuring, calculation, computation, reckoning
Definition: problem solving that involves numbers or quantities
Definition: the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
Usage: it was not a good idea; the thought never entered my mind
Similar words: mental object, content, cognitive content
Definition: the sum or range of what has been perceived, discovered, or learned
Synonyms: idea
Definition: a personal view
Usage: he has an idea that we don't like him
Similar words: view, sentiment, opinion, persuasion, thought
Definition: a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
Usage: my opinion differs from yours; I am not of your persuasion; what are your thoughts on Haiti?
Definition: your intention; what you intend to do
Usage: he had in mind to see his old teacher; the idea of the game is to capture all the pieces
Similar words: design, purpose, aim, intent, intention
Definition: an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
Usage: his intent was to provide a new translation; good intentions are not enough; it was created with the conscious aim of answering immediate needs; he made no secret of his designs
Synonyms: theme, melodic theme, idea, musical theme
Definition: (music) melodic subject of a musical composition
Usage: the theme is announced in the first measures; the accompanist picked up the idea and elaborated it
Similar words: line, melodic line, melodic phrase, melody, air, strain, tune
Definition: a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence
Usage: she was humming an air from Beethoven