A well cultivated critical thinker: 1  raises vital questions and problems, formulating them clearly and precisely; 2  gathers and assesses relevant information, using abstract ideas to interpret it effectively comes to well-reasoned conclusions and solutions, testing them against relevant criteria and standards;
DEFINITION of 'Supranational'. An international organization, or union, whereby member states transcend national boundaries. or interests to share in the decision-making and vote on issues pertaining to the wider grouping. Next Up.
Types. 1  Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)âtypically considered a part of civil society. 2  Multinational corporations (MNCs)âfor-profit organizations that operate in multiple sovereign states. 3  The International Media.  Violent non-state actorsâArmed groups, including groups such as ISIS or criminal organizations, for example drug cartels.