as in creativity
the ability to form mental images of things that either are not physically present or have never been conceived or created by others
caregivers are trained to watch for signs of depression and suicidal ideation—some patients are likely to put their fantasies to action
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Recent Examples of ideation
The first version is typically ideation, while the second and third versions are normally based on in-depth testing of usability and accessibility.
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Goran Paun, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Zoom out: The report documents Hale's extensive mental health issues and homicidal ideation.
—Adam Tamburin, Axios, 2 Apr. 2025
However, adoption varies—many organizations are still exploring AI's potential, while leaders are embedding it directly into ideation pipelines.
—Ludwig Melik, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
Areas like technology scouting and ideation—where large volumes of data must be analyzed and patterns identified—benefit significantly from AI’s ability to surface trends, highlight opportunities and connect disparate ideas.
—Ludwig Melik, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
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Goran Paun, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Zoom out: The report documents Hale's extensive mental health issues and homicidal ideation.
—Adam Tamburin, Axios, 2 Apr. 2025
However, adoption varies—many organizations are still exploring AI's potential, while leaders are embedding it directly into ideation pipelines.
—Ludwig Melik, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
Areas like technology scouting and ideation—where large volumes of data must be analyzed and patterns identified—benefit significantly from AI’s ability to surface trends, highlight opportunities and connect disparate ideas.
—Ludwig Melik, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ideation
Noun
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In attempt to draw up intrigue for the upcoming season, teams flex their creativity in order to have the most memorable moment.—
C. Isaiah Smalls II,
Miami Herald,
15 May 2025
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In some business situations, the need for creativity is obvious: research and development, new business pitches, user experience strategies.—
Janine MacLachlan,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
Noun
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Think about what your family values about toys — their ability to teach and to ignite your kids’ imaginations while keeping them occupied for long stretches of time — and then commit to only bringing home toys that fit that criteria.—
Stephanie Ganz,
Parents,
16 May 2025
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Philadelphia captured everyone’s imagination with its Super Bowl beatdown of Kansas City and now is the NFL’s organizational measuring stick.—
Tim Graham,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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“Ideation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ideation. Accessed 20 May. 2025.
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