ideas Meaning & Definition
/aɪˈdɪəz/
What Does Ideas Mean?
Ideas is used as a noun meaning plural of idea.
Quick Facts About Ideas
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //aɪˈdɪəz// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | image |
Ideas Definition (Noun)
- plural of idea
Noun
- An abstract archetype of a given thing, compared to which real-life examples are seen as imperfect approximations; pure essence, as opposed to actual examples.
- The conception of someone or something as representing a perfect example; an ideal.
- The form or shape of something; a quintessential aspect or characteristic.
- An image of an object that is formed in the mind or recalled by the memory.
The mere idea of you is enough to excite me.
- More generally, any result of mental activity; a thought, a notion; a way of thinking.
- A conception in the mind of something to be done; a plan for doing something, an intention.
I have an idea of how we might escape.
- A purposeful aim or goal; intent
Yeah, that's the idea.
- A vague or fanciful notion; a feeling or hunch; an impression.
He had the wild idea that if he leant forward a little, he might be able to touch the mountain-top.
- A musical theme or melodic subject.
Synonyms of Ideas
Ideas synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Ideas
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Ideas in a Sentence
The mere idea of you is enough to excite me.
I have an idea of how we might escape.
Yeah, that's the idea.
He had the wild idea that if he leant forward a little, he might be able to touch the mountain-top.
Word Forms & Grammar
ideas
Words That Rhyme With Ideas
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Pronouncing Ideas
The standard pronunciation of ideas is //aɪˈdɪəz//, spoken in 1 syllable.