think piece

See also: thinkpiece

English

Alternative forms

• thinkpiece

Noun

think piece (plural think pieces)

1. (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.

   Synonym: dope story

   • 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

Often pejoratively contrasted with news. Think pieces are usually published by magazines, newspapers or web sites.

Synonyms

• thought piece

See also

• opinion piece
• thumbsucker