B2nounphilosophyeducation
US/ˈθɪŋ.kər/
UK/ˈθɪŋ.kə/
a person who thinks seriously about important things, or someone known for their ideas
In context
Confucius is one of the most famous thinkers in Asian history.
Good managers are clear thinkers who can solve problems quickly.
The school wants to train creative thinkers, not just good test-takers.
Words that go with thinker
adjective + noun
- great thinkerMany great thinkers wrote about how to live a good life.
- creative thinkerAdvertising companies look for creative thinkers.
- critical thinkerA critical thinker checks the facts before sharing a news story.
- independent thinkerShe has always been an independent thinker who questions the rules.
- political thinkerHe was an important political thinker of the 19th century.