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cerebrate

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Cerebrate (verb) means to think hard, especially in order to work something out or reach a decision.

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To think hard, especially in order to work something out or reach a decision.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

First recorded in 1874, from Latin cerebrum ("brain") plus -ate (verb-forming suffix); it is likely a back-formation from cerebration.

Synonyms

think cogitate

Related words

think believe consider suppose recall intend retrieve conceive

Rhymes for cerebrate

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of cerebrate?

"cerebrate" (verb) means to think hard, especially in order to work something out or reach a decision.

What is another word for cerebrate?

Other words for "cerebrate" include think, cogitate.

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