idea

The word “idea” has 2 syllables: i-dea

It's pronounced as /aɪˈdiːə/


What is synonym and antonym for idea?

In the thesaurus, “idea” has 35 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for idea along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for idea

  • aim
  • ambition
  • belief
  • concept
  • conception
  • conclusion
  • design
  • dream
  • example
  • feeling
  • form
  • goal
  • ideal
  • impression
  • intent
  • intention
  • interpretation
  • meaning
  • model
  • notion
  • object
  • objective
  • opinion
  • perception
  • plan
  • purpose
  • scheme
  • sense
  • solution
  • suggestion
  • theory
  • thing
  • thought
  • understanding
  • view

Antonyms for idea

  • fact
  • means
  • method
  • reality
  • thing
  • way

Meanings of idea

  • noun
    1. An abstract archetype of a given thing, compared to which real-life examples are seen as imperfect approximations; pure essence, as opposed to actual examples.
    2. The conception of someone or something as representing a perfect example; an ideal.
    3. The form or shape of something; a quintessential aspect or characteristic.
    4. An image of an object that is formed in the mind or recalled by the memory.
    5. More generally, any result of mental activity; a thought, a notion; a way of thinking.
    6. A conception in the mind of something to be done; a plan for doing something, an intention.
    7. A purposeful aim or goal; intent.
    8. A vague or fanciful notion; a feeling or hunch; an impression.
    9. A musical theme or melodic subject.

Example Sentences

  • She had a brilliant idea for the upcoming project.
  • Sharing your creative idea during the brainstorming session is encouraged.
  • The team discussed each idea thoroughly before making a decision.
  • It's always good to have a clear idea of your goals and objectives.
  • His innovative idea greatly contributed to the success of the initiative.

On this page you'll find 41 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to idea, such as: aim, ambition, belief, concept, conception, conclusion, design.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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absolute

  • arbitrary
  • authoritarian
  • categorical
  • clear
  • complete
  • conclusive
  • decisive
  • definite
  • definitive
  • determinate
  • determinative
  • dictatorial
  • exact
  • excellent
  • factual
  • flawless
  • full
  • genuine
  • ideal
  • infallible
  • infinite
  • last
  • oppressive
  • outright
  • perfect
  • prime
  • pure
  • sheer
  • simple
  • total
  • tyrannic
  • ultimate
  • unadulterated
  • unconditional
  • undeniable
  • unequivocal
  • unlimited
  • unmitigated
  • unqualified
  • unquestionable
  • utter

abstraction

  • concept
  • conception
  • idea
  • impression
  • notion
  • thought

abstractions

  • conceptions
  • concepts
  • ideas
  • impressions
  • notions
  • pictures
  • thoughts

byword

  • acme
  • apotheosis
  • classic
  • epitome
  • exemplar
  • ideal
  • incarnation
  • manifestation
  • maxim
  • model
  • motto
  • perfection
  • proverb
  • quintessence
  • saying
  • word
  • zenith

daydreamer

  • astronomer
  • dreamer
  • idealist
  • optimist
  • prophet
  • romantic
  • seer
  • sentimentalist
  • theorist
  • zealot

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