thinker
2 synonyms for thinker, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Someone known for serious, deep thought, especially a philosopher or intellectual.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
creative thinker
How to use thinker
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
great thinker
free thinker
deep thinker
Etymology
Comes from Middle English thinkere, equivalent to think plus -er. Compare West Frisian tinker (“thinker”), Dutch denker (“thinker”), German Denker (“thinker”), Danish tænker (“thinker”) and Swedish tänkare (“thinker”).
Full origin of thinker →Frequently asked questions
What does “thinker” mean?
The word “thinker” means someone known for serious, deep thought, especially a philosopher or intellectual. In plain terms, a person who thinks deeply, especially an intellectual or philosopher.
How do you pronounce “thinker”?
“Thinker” is pronounced THIHNG-kuh (/ˈθɪŋ.kɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “thinker” in a sentence?
Here is “thinker” used in a sentence: “Aristotle remains one of history's most influential thinkers.”
What part of speech is “thinker”?
“Thinker” is a noun.
Is “thinker” a common word?
“Thinker” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “thinker” have?
“Thinker” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone known for serious, deep thought, especially a philosopher or intellectual.
