concept
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Definition
Noun: An abstract or general idea formed in the mind, derived from specific instances or experiences. It represents a mental category or understanding of something.
Usage
The word "concept" is used to refer to a general idea or principle. It is often used in academic, scientific, and philosophical contexts to discuss abstract thought. - It is typically used as a countable noun (e.g., a concept, several concepts). - It is often followed by "of" (e.g., the concept of time).
Examples
- The concept of gravity was revolutionary.
- Children often struggle with abstract concepts like justice.
- Her design is based on a simple concept.
- The book introduces basic economic concepts.
Advanced Usage
- "To grasp a concept": To understand an idea.
- It took me a while to grasp the new mathematical concept.
- "A working concept": An idea that is practical and functional, though perhaps not fully developed.
- We have a working concept for the new product launch.
- "In concept": As an idea, in theory.
- The plan is sound in concept, but the details need work.
Variants and Related Words
- Conception (n): The act or process of forming an idea; a concept. Also, the beginning of something (e.g., the conception of a plan).
- His conception of the project was different from mine.
- Conceptual (adj): Relating to or based on concepts.
- The artist's work is highly conceptual.
- Conceptualize (v): To form a concept or idea of something.
- It is difficult to conceptualize the vastness of space.
Synonyms
- Idea: A thought or suggestion.
- Notion: A belief or understanding, sometimes vague.
- Conception: The forming of a concept; a particular understanding.
- Abstraction: An idea not based on physical reality.
Related Phrases
- "The very concept of...": Used to emphasize the fundamental idea being discussed.
- He challenged the very concept of private property.
- "High-concept": (Adjective) Describing a creative work (like a film) based on a simple, easily summarized premise.
- It's a high-concept thriller about a memory thief.
Noun
- an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances