half-thought
nounUK /ˌhɑːfˈθɔːt/
US /ˌhæfˈθɔt/
A half-thought is an idea that is not finished in your mind.
She spoke a half-thought aloud before she knew what she meant.
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2. An opinion formed quickly without careful thinking.
His half-thought about the plan changed once he read the details.
3. A brief, incomplete moment of considering something.
A half-thought of calling her crossed his mind, but he kept walking.
4. Something said or done without full intention or awareness.
The apology was a half-thought, mumbled as he left the room.
5. A partial mental picture that is not yet clear or complete.
The design began as a half-thought sketched on a napkin.