rethinks

Mulls over anew

Rethinks is the verb form of rethink, meaning to reconsider or think again about something already decided or believed.

Someone rethinks a plan when new information emerges or doubts arise: She rethinks her career path every few years.

As a noun, rethinks are instances of reconsideration: The policy needs a complete rethink.

reconsider

reassess

Evaluate a second time

reexamine · revisit · reflect · question · second-guess · doubt · hesitate · waver · deliberate · ponder

revise

modify

Change partially

update · refine · tweak · correct · edit · reshape · rework · rewrite · overhaul · revamp

innovate

reimagine

Envision in altered form

pioneer · modernize · transform · breakthrough · creative · visionary · trailblaze · game-changer · cutting-edge · progressive

strategize

replan

Devise a new strategy

reposition · reframe · recalibrate · redirect · realign · course-correct · tactical · gameplan · roadmap · approach

Categories
Opposites
cognitive reconsideration

rethinksdoubles down

Increases commitment despite risk

persists · digs in · commits · adheres · maintains

deliberation process

rethinksrushes

Moves very quickly

ignores · dismisses · disregards · overlooks · takes at face value

decision process

rethinksforges ahead

Advances despite resistance

jumps in

Family

rethink, rethinking

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Everyday, not technical · Rated G