convergent thinking

convergent think·ing

noun \-ˈthiŋk-iŋ\

Definition of CONVERGENT THINKING

: thinking (as in answering a multiple-choice question) that weighs alternatives within an existing construct or model in solving a problem or answering a question to find one best solution and that is measured by IQ tests—compare divergent thinking

—convergent think·er \-ər\ noun