Definitions

rethink

[ree-thingk, ree-thingk] / riˈθɪŋk, ˈriˌθɪŋk /

VERB

reconsider

Synonyms

STRONGEST

amend reassess reevaluate reexamine revise rework

STRONG

correct emend polish rearrange rehash retrace review

WEAK

change one's mind consider again go over have second thoughts recheck replan reweigh run through see in a new light sleep on take another look think better of think over think twice work over

Antonyms

STRONG

spoil

Example Sentences

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EastEnders' writers sought advice from mental health charities Samaritans, Mind and Rethink Mental Illness.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

But now, as we drift into summer cookout season, maybe there’s something to Tucci’s suggestion: Rethink the barbecue.

From Salon • May 27, 2025

Mental health charities Mind and Rethink recommend trying to do something relaxing before going to sleep such as breathing exercises, reading a book or having a bath, rather than trying to force yourself to sleep.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2025

Rethink deputy chief executive Brian Dow said any form of surveillance must be done with "the explicit, clear and continued consent of patients... otherwise it risks doing more harm than good".

From BBC • Jan. 22, 2025

Brian Dow, deputy chief executive of the mental health charity Rethink Mental Illness, believes the state of mental healthcare in the UK has made tragic outcomes inevitable.

From BBC • Aug. 12, 2024

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