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Synonyms: Noun
conception, generality, generalization, notion, stereotype
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She is familiar with basic concepts of psychology. a concept borrowed from computer programmingRecent Examples on the Web: Noun
Gettinger said the tunnels would not completely fix flooding, but could significantly reduce it along with other flood mitigation concepts and plans. — Chevall Pryce, Houston Chronicle, "Tunnels could be a viable solution to flooding in Houston," 21 Aug. 2019 Three different concepts will fit inside the space and offer cocktails, food and the largest collection of single barrel whiskeys in the country. — Tirion Morris, azcentral, "What to expect when the masterminds behind UnderTow open a train-themed cocktail bar," 21 Aug. 2019 Gagnon's concept of citizenship was based on Québec’s history, where French Canadians had maintained a distinct cultural identity despite British rule since 1763. — David Vernette, Smithsonian, "When an Influx of French-Canadian Immigrants Struck Fear Into Americans," 21 Aug. 2019 Critics scoffed at the concept but Klopp has seen enough to extend the Dane's contract for another season. — Don Riddell And Daniel Gallan, CNN, "Jurgen Klopp makes waves by welcoming surfer into Liverpool camp," 21 Aug. 2019 Because disappearance isn't confined to concepts: The Memory Police also root out and cart away any villagers who don't forget. — Wired, "The Memory Police," 20 Aug. 2019 Competency to stand trial and pleading guilty by reason of insanity are two separate legal concepts. — Megan Cassidy, SFChronicle.com, "Prosecutors won’t seek death penalty in trial of Nia Wilson’s alleged killer," 19 Aug. 2019 The Osceola district’s newest public school pushes students to immerse themselves in science and technology, along with teaching concepts more commonly aimed at entrepreneurs rather than teenagers. — Marco Santana, orlandosentinel.com, "Osceola’s NeoCity Academy stresses tech, entrepreneurship," 19 Aug. 2019 The concept has been criticized for leading to a fixation on short-term results and helping fuel the rapid increase in executive pay. — Dallas News, "CEOs of eight Dallas-Fort Worth companies sign on to rethink meaning of shareholder value," 19 Aug. 2019Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective
Concept art showed a mystical, face-having tree looming over a parking lot full of ordinary looking sedans. — Joanna Robinson, HWD, "Everything You Need to Know About Disney and Pixar’s Dazzling New Slate," 14 July 2017 Concept art showed a mystical, face-having tree looming over a parking lot full of ordinary looking sedans. — Joanna Robinson, vanityfair.com, "Everything You Need to Know About Disney and Pixar’s Dazzling New Slate," 14 July 2017 Concept cars are built to introduce bold ideas, practical and otherwise. — The Washington Post, The Denver Post, "Your car wants to say hello. And that’s only the start.," 10 Jan. 2017These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'concept.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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