brainstorming

[breyn-stawr-ming]

noun

1. a technique for generating ideas and solving specific problems with uncensored and nonlinear thinking, usually performed through group participation in a spontaneous discussion where all ideas are noted without assigning them value, and no proposal is selected or discarded until after the conclusion of the creative exercise.

brainstorming

/ ˈbreɪnˌstɔːmɪŋ /

noun

1. intensive discussion to solve problems or generate ideas

Word History and Origins

Origin of brainstorming¹

First recorded in 1955–60; brainstorm + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

She’s still brainstorming ways on how to improve Palace and expand the collection.

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The company has encouraged creators and filmmakers to use Google’s AI tools to help with brainstorming and creating videos, which could make them faster and more efficient.

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For Cole, meetings are a constant brainstorming session on how to keep fans engaged and interacting.

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Huddling around him, the brothers would begin brainstorming what sounds could blend together or what feeling the track was stirring.

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After brainstorming and testing, we used a special mix that included Methocel.

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