idea
Because it is a word with a single syllable, idea is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
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Definitions ofidea
- 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.
Example: "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.
Example: "I have an idea of how we might escape."
- A purposeful aim or goal; intent
Example: "Yeah, that's the idea."
- A vague or fanciful notion; a feeling or hunch; an impression.
Example: "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.
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