idea
Pronunciation:
/ɑeˈdiə̯//aɪˈdɪə//aɪˈdi.ə/noun
Definitions
An abstract archetype of a given thing, compared to which real-life examples are seen as imperfect approximations; pure essence, as opposed to actual examples.
The conception of someone or something as representing a perfect example; an ideal.
The form or shape of something; a quintessential aspect or characteristic.
An image of an object that is formed in the mind or recalled by the memory.
Example: The mere idea of you is enough to excite me.