Ideas — English Vocabulary
10 essential words about ideas in the live bank, with meanings and examples. Open any word for its full page.
concept /ˈkɒnsept/ noun C1
An abstract idea or general principle that helps you understand something.
Example: Freedom is a difficult concept for small children.
principle /ˈprɪnsəpəl/ noun C1
A basic truth, rule, or belief that guides behavior or explains how something works.
Example: Honesty is a principle she never breaks.
perspective /pəˈspektɪv/ noun C1
A particular way of thinking about something, influenced by your experience and position.
Example: Travel gives you a new perspective on your own country.
assumption /əˈsʌmpʃən/ noun C1
Something you accept as true without proof; a belief you base plans on.
Example: His plan rests on the assumption that prices will fall.
implication /ˌɪmplɪˈkeɪʃən/ noun C1
A possible effect or result of an action or decision; something suggested without being said directly.
Example: The new law has serious implications for small farms.
phenomenon /fɪˈnɒmɪnən/ noun C1
Something that exists or happens and can be observed, especially something unusual or interesting.
Example: Northern lights are a natural phenomenon.
dimension /daɪˈmenʃən/ noun C1
An aspect or feature of a situation or subject; also a measurement of size (length, width, height).
Example: The scandal added a political dimension to the story.
framework /ˈfreɪmwɜːrk/ noun C1
A basic structure of ideas, rules, or systems that supports something bigger.
Example: The course provides a framework for learning grammar.
ideology /ˌaɪdiˈɒlədʒi/ noun C1
A set of political or social beliefs that guides a person, group, or government.
Example: The two parties are divided by ideology.
paradox /ˈpærədɒks/ noun C1
A situation or statement that seems impossible or contradictory, yet may be true.
Example: It's a paradox: the more choices we have, the less happy we feel.