Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
on second thoughts
phrase
/ɒn ˈsɛk.ənd θɔːts/

Definition
A reconsideration of a previous decision or opinion.

Examples
- After planning to go out, I decided to stay home on second thoughts.
- She was going to accept the job offer, but on second thoughts, she wanted to think it over more.

Meaning
The phrase is used when someone changes their mind about something after thinking about it again.

Synonyms
- upon reflection
- after reconsideration
- upon further thought