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concept Definition

con·cept (kän′sept′)

noun

  1. an idea or thought, esp. a generalized idea of a thing or class of things; abstract notion
    1. an original idea, design, etc.; conception
    2. a central or unifying idea or theme: often used attributively a concept restaurant with a Victorian decor and menu

Etymology: L conceptus: see conceive

concept Synonyms

concept

n.

idea, theory, notion; see thought 2. See syn. study at idea.

concept Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • sustainability: The author hopes that this paper will clarify the implications of the use of the concept of sustainability.

Converse of object

  • introduce: Alfred Adler introduced the concept of ' the inferiority complex ' .
  • explain: I'll use the photo below to explain these concepts.
  • understand: Cannot understand concepts of integrity or duty to court.
  • grasp: Actors also research roles so that they can grasp concepts quickly during rehearsals and understand the story's setting and background.
  • explore: From bias comes opportunity: the use of texts to explore the concept of bias in geographical learning.
  • illustrate: Introduce your young singers to the basics of vocal jazz with three original songs illustrating a specific jazz concept.

Adjective modifier

  • basic: No change today Today the basic concept of the zoo has remained the same.
  • fundamental: Where do some of the fundamental concepts of Hinduism come from?
  • abstract: To date this has been an abstract concept that explains why dependent failures are likely to occur.
  • mathematical: There is also a reference section on mathematical concepts.
  • theoretical: Carl shares Banksy's interest in semiotics: a theoretical concept focused on how people glean meaning from words, sounds or pictures.
  • key: Bring key geographical concepts to life with Oxfam's new free resource for teachers.

Modifies a noun

  • mapping: A shared concept mapping tool is also provided Monitoring Tutors can monitor the discussions in CoMentor, taking part if appropriate.
  • album: VV: Was it some kind of ' concept album ' perhaps?
  • keyboard: Concept Keyboards ( 12 % ) and non- standard keyboards ( only 4 % ) did not figure widely.

Noun used with modifier

  • dealershipsthe: Often can't afford dealershipsthe concept of instead that people you've moved up.
  • programming: The module provides an introduction to Java and object oriented programming concepts.
  • accounting: The definition of credit arrangements is much simpler than under the present system, relying on the accounting concept of long-term liabilities.
  • networking: We assume you already have a fundamental understanding of networking concepts.
concept Quotes

   A genuine invention in the realm of ideas must first emerge as an abstruse and even partial concept† At first blusha new idea appearstobe verycloseto insanity because to be new it must reverse important basic beliefs and assumptions which, in turn, have been institutionalized and are administered by one or another kind of priesthood with a vested interest in an old idea.

—Miller, Arthur

If the concept of God has any validity or any use, it can only be to make us larger, freer, and more loving. If God cannot do this, then it is time we got rid of Him.

—Baldwin,James Arthur

The grand manner consists of four elements: subject or theme, concept, structure, and style. The first requirement, fundamental to all the others, is that the subject and the narrative be grandiose, such as battles, heroic actions, and religious themes.

—Poussin, Nicolas