thinker
THIHNG-kuh
Thinker (noun) means someone known for serious, deep thought, especially a philosopher or intellectual. Example: “Aristotle remains one of history's most influential thinkers.”
noun
1
Someone known for serious, deep thought, especially a philosopher or intellectual.
"Aristotle remains one of history's most influential thinkers."
2
Someone who is thinking or reflecting at a given moment.
"She sat by the window, a quiet thinker lost in her own world."
How to use thinker
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA person who thinks deeply, especially an intellectual or philosopher.
Common pairings
great thinker
free thinker
deep thinker
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- Plural
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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”).
Synonyms
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mind
creative thinker
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Rhymes for thinker
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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.
