Brainstorm

usgb/ˈbreɪnstɔːrm/
verb

To think of new ideas as a group.

Let's brainstorm to come up with a new marketing strategy
Visual representation of "brainstorm" - To think of new ideas as a group

Often appears as...

  • brainstorm ideas
  • brainstorm session
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Group Activity

Used when multiple people work together to generate ideas.

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Our team will brainstorm after lunch.
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Creative Process

Implies an open and creative discussion without immediate criticism of ideas.

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During our brainstorm, all suggestions are welcome.
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Open-Ended

Shows that the outcome is not predetermined and any idea can lead to a solution.

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Let's brainstorm and see where it takes us.
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