conceptualizing

Definitions

The act of forming a concept or idea in the mind.

The process of developing a theoretical framework or abstract model for something.

Examples

The architect spent weeks conceptualizing the layout of the new sustainable office building.

Conceptualizing a solution to such a complex problem requires both creativity and analytical thinking.

Synonyms

ideating envisioning theorizing formulating imagining conceiving designing

Antonyms

ignoring neglecting forgetting discarding misunderstanding overlooking dismissing