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contemplate Definition and Meaning in English (contemplate definition)

verb
Synonyms:pondermusereflect
Quick Answer • Definition

Contemplate definition: To think deeply and at length about something, often with a view to making a decision.

Definitions of Contemplate

  1. 1verb

    To think deeply and at length about something, often with a view to making a decision.

  2. 2verb

    To look at something or someone thoughtfully for a prolonged period.

Example Sentences

“She likes to contemplate the stars at night.”

“He needs time to contemplate his next move.”

“The artist would often contemplate the beauty of nature.”

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past tensecontemplated
present participlecontemplating
nouncontemplation
adjectivecontemplative
adverbcontemplatively

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Contemplate definition: To think deeply and at length about something, often with a view to making a decision.
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'Contemplate' translates to 'contemplate' in English. Contemplate definition: To think deeply and at length about something, often with a view to making a decision.
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