rethinking
n. C / Un. the act of thinking about something again to see if you should change your mind or your plan.
n. the process of reconsidering a previous decision, policy, or idea, often with the intent of making significant changes. Functions as a gerund or verbal noun.
The project needs a serious rethinking before we spend more money.
After the initial failure of the marketing campaign, the team began a complete rethinking of their strategy for the next quarter.
The sudden shift in global economic conditions has prompted a fundamental rethinking of the company's long-term expansion goals and its reliance on international supply chains.
Last updated May 8, 2026