contemplation
Contemplation (noun) means the act of thinking deeply and quietly about something. Example: “She spent the morning in quiet contemplation.”
How to use contemplation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDeep, quiet thought about something, or the stage of being seriously considered.
Word forms
contemplations plural
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She spent the morning in quiet _____.
Etymology
From Old French contemplation, from Latin contemplatio, built from contemplate + -ion.
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Rhymes for contemplation
Frequently asked questions
What does “contemplation” mean?
The word “contemplation” means the act of thinking deeply and quietly about something. In plain terms, deep, quiet thought about something, or the stage of being seriously considered.
How do you pronounce “contemplation”?
“Contemplation” is pronounced kon-tuhm-PLAY-shuhn (/ˌkɑntəmˈpleɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “contemplation” in a sentence?
Here is “contemplation” used in a sentence: “She spent the morning in quiet contemplation.”
What part of speech is “contemplation”?
“Contemplation” is a noun.
Where does the word “contemplation” come from?
The word “contemplation” comes from Latin. From Old French contemplation, from Latin contemplatio, built from contemplate + -ion.
Is “contemplation” a common word?
“Contemplation” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “contemplation” have?
“Contemplation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of thinking deeply and quietly about something.