What is another word for form an idea?
Pronunciation: [fˈɔːm ɐn a͡ɪdˈi͡ə] (IPA) 
The phrase "form an idea" can be interchanged with numerous synonyms, including conceive, conceptualize, envision, imagine, picture, visualize, reckon, speculate, deduce, infer, and gather. Each of these words carries a slightly different connotation. For instance, conceive and conceptualize both imply the generation of an original idea, while envision and picture imply creating a mental image of something already existing. Visualize specifically refers to the act of creating a visual representation of something in one's mind's eye, whereas speculate and reckon suggest more of a guess or estimation. Deduce, infer, and gather all involve drawing conclusions based on evidence or reasoning. Regardless of which synonym is used, the overall meaning remains the same: the act of creating a thought or idea.
