think piece
See also: thinkpiece
English
editAlternative forms
editNoun
editthink piece (plural think pieces)
- (often derogatory) An in-depth article that discusses a topic thoroughly and elaborates the writer's point of view, to inspire deep thought related to the article's subject.
- Synonyms: dope story, (less common) thought piece
- 2018, “Blaxploitation”, in Room 25[1], performed by Noname:
- Write a think piece in the rap song, the new age covenant / If you really think I'm cooking crackin, pass me the oven mitts
Usage notes
editOften pejoratively contrasted with news. Think pieces are usually published by magazines, newspapers or web sites.