Thinking
8 lettersnouncommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
The process of using one's mind to consider, reason, or form judgements. It can also refer to a person's ideas, opinions, or way of reasoning about something.
“Critical thinking skills are essential for analysing complex problems and making informed decisions.”
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Contains -ING ending and TH combination; double I is uncommon
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Worth 16 points; the K (5 points) and H (4 points) make this valuable
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