Idea
/aɪˈdɪə/noun
A thought or suggestion as to a possible course of action.
Did you know?In ancient Greek philosophy, ideas were considered the true essence of reality, representing the perfect forms of all things in the material world.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
ἰδέα
“Form, appearance, or concept; the essence of a thing.”
14th Century
Latin
idea
“Thought or concept derived from Greek philosophy.”
Middle English
Old French
idee
“Concept or notion, particularly in philosophical contexts.”
Modern English
English
idea
“A thought or suggestion regarding a possible course of action.”