Thinker
ˈθɪŋkər
Definitions
A person who thinks, especially in a deep or abstract way.
ˈθɪŋkər
A person who thinks deeply or creatively.
The philosopher was a profound thinker.
💡 Simply: A 'thinker' is someone who spends a lot of time in their head, considering ideas or solving problems. Think of Einstein; he was a brilliant thinker!
👶 For kids: A thinker is someone who thinks a lot! Like someone who is always asking 'why?'
More Examples
He is a great thinker and writer.
How It's Used
"Many consider Plato to be one of the greatest thinkers of all time."
"She's a deep thinker, always contemplating the world around her."
Idioms & expressions
think outside the box
To think creatively and unconventionally.
"We need to think outside the box to solve this problem."
food for thought
Something to think about; a subject to ponder or consider carefully.
"The speaker's arguments provided food for thought."
From Middle English thinkere, equivalent to think + -er. The verb 'think' comes from Old English þencan, meaning 'to conceive of or reflect'.
The word 'thinker' has been used since the 16th century to describe someone who engages in the act of thinking, reflecting, and considering ideas.
Memory tip
Think of a person with a lot of thoughts in their head. They are a 'thinker'.