Dictionary and Thesaurus

Definition of Conception

• (n.) The act of conceiving in the womb; the initiation of an embryonic animal life.
• (n.) The state of being conceived; beginning.
• (n.) The power or faculty of apprehending of forming an idea in the mind; the power of recalling a past sensation or perception.
• (n.) The formation in the mind of an image, idea, or notion, apprehension.
• (n.) The image, idea, or notion of any action or thing which is formed in the mind; a concept; a notion; a universal; the product of a rational belief or judgment. See Concept.
• (n.) Idea; purpose; design.
• (n.) Conceit; affected sentiment or thought.

Synonyms of Conception

• Concept
• Construct
• Creation
• Invention
• Innovation
• Excogitation
• Design

Antonyms of Conception

• Misconception

Homophones of Conception