26984 words

rethink

5 definitions • 10 examples
1
to think again about a plan, idea, or system in order to change or improve it:

Examples:

Her family's disapproval made her rethink her plans.
[ + question word ] The European Commission is having to rethink how it can maintain farmers' incomes while cutting costs and excess production.
2
the act of thinking again about a plan, idea, or system in order to change or improve it:

Examples:

This new information means we should have a rethink.
We probably need a rethink.
3
to think again about something, such as a plan in order to change or improve it:

Examples:

It’s time to rethink whether we need a part-time or full-time mayor.
4
to think again about a plan, idea, or system in order to change or improve it:

Examples:

The company is rethinking its position on homeworkers.
rethink how/what etc. Retailers are paying more attention to male shoppers, rethinking how their goods are marketed and displayed.
The agency needs to rethink its strategy.
5
an act of thinking again about a plan, idea, or system in order to change or improve it:

Examples:

The incident led to a rethink of the department's health and safety policies.

Navigation