English · Proverb Attested

great minds think alike

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Meaning · English

Used to remark upon the fact that someone else has had the same thought or idea as you, implying that both of you are clever or astute.

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Where it’s used: Used American English

Person A: He looks a bit like David Beckham...

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “great minds think alike” mean?

Used to remark upon the fact that someone else has had the same thought or idea as you, implying that both of you are clever or astute.

Is “great minds think alike” formal or informal?

great minds think alike is generally humorous.

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