idea

• Nom désignant une pensée, un concept ou un projet qui existe dans l'esprit, souvent comme une suggestion ou une possibilité.

A noun referring to a thought, concept, or plan that exists in the mind, often as a suggestion or possibility.

1. Thought or conceptA1formal

   A thought, plan, or suggestion about what to do or how to do something.

   Idée (pensée ou concept)

   • She had a great idea for the party.
   • Do you have any ideas for dinner tonight?
   • His idea changed the way we work.

   Synonymesconceptdesignintentionnotionplanproposalschemesuggestionthought

2. Belief or opinionA2informal

   A personal opinion or belief about something.

   Opinion ou croyance

   • I have no idea what you're talking about.
   • That's a good idea, but I disagree.
   • The idea that money buys happiness is wrong.

   Synonymesbeliefconvictionfeelingimpressionnotionopinionperspectivepoint of viewthoughtview

3. General notionB1formal

   A general understanding or impression of something.

   Notion générale

   • I have an idea of what the job involves.
   • She has no idea how difficult it will be.
   • The idea of freedom varies between cultures.

   Synonymesconceptconceptionimpressioninklingnotionsensethoughtunderstanding