noun

rethinking

Rethinking (noun) means the process of reconsidering something in a new or different way. Example: “The crisis led to a rethinking of national energy policy.”

noun

The process of reconsidering something in a new or different way.

"The crisis led to a rethinking of national energy policy."

How to use rethinking

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe act of going back over an idea and reconsidering it.

Word forms

rethinkings plural

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Rhymes for rethinking

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Frequently asked questions

What does “rethinking” mean?

The word “rethinking” means the process of reconsidering something in a new or different way. In plain terms, the act of going back over an idea and reconsidering it.

How do you use “rethinking” in a sentence?

Here is “rethinking” used in a sentence: “The crisis led to a rethinking of national energy policy.”

What part of speech is “rethinking”?

“Rethinking” is a noun.

What is the meaning of rethinking?

"rethinking" (noun) means the process of reconsidering something in a new or different way.