1. a brief thought, reflection, or philosophical observation; a maxim or aphorism.
Usage: From French; often used in literary or philosophical contexts; Plural: pensées

Examples

• Pascal's Pensées contains profound meditations on human nature and faith.
• The author recorded her pensées in a leather-bound journal.
• His latest book is a collection of pensées on art and creativity.
• She shared a pensée about the nature of time during the discussion.
• The philosopher's pensées have influenced generations of thinkers.