brainstorming

noun

brain·​storm·​ing ˈbrān-ˌstȯr-miŋ 

plural brainstormings

: a group problem-solving technique that involves the spontaneous contribution of ideas from all members of the group

conducted several brainstorming sessions

also : the mulling over of ideas by one or more individuals in an attempt to devise or find a solution to a problem

… he's already done some brainstorming about new marketing strategies.

—George Lazarus

Examples of brainstorming in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

For instance, promoting initiatives like regular brainstorming sessions and pilot programs for new tools can inspire employees to innovate. —Ricardo Madan, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025

In allowing legislative brainstorming and strategy meetings to be private, the public isn’t being denied an opportunity to see into the legislative machine. —Krista Kafer, The Denver Post, 15 Jan. 2025

The solution: frenzied bouts of brainstorming, a director who has worked on both shows, and cast members who were game for anything. —Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 9 Jan. 2025

Host brainstorming sessions where all ideas are welcomed, no matter how unconventional. —Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1907, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

brainstorming

noun

brain·​storm·​ing -stȯrm-iŋ 

: a technique used to solve problems and encourage creativity in which members of a group share their ideas about a subject

brainstorm verb