conception
Translation
conception, idea, understanding
Examples
The conception of the plan was brilliant.
The conception of the plan was brilliant.
He has no conception of the difficulties involved.
He has no conception of the difficulties involved.
Life begins at the moment of conception.
Life begins at the moment of conception.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the conception of sth.)) an idea or plan of (sth.) The conception of the new phone was revolutionary.
Similar Words
Synonyms: idea, notion, concept; Antonyms: misconception, reality
Etymology
From Latin 'con-' (together) + 'capere' (to take), literally 'a taking together'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'conceiving' an idea, like conceiving a baby. It's the beginning or birth of a thought or a life.