noun
Uncommon
contemplation
kon-tuhm-PLAY-shuhn
Contemplation (noun) means the act of thinking deeply and quietly about something. Example: “She spent the morning in quiet contemplation.”
noun
1
The act of thinking deeply and quietly about something.
"She spent the morning in quiet contemplation."
2
The state of being considered or planned for the future.
"He concludes: "This letter is written in contemplation of legal proceedings, and is a pre-action protocol letter within the meaning of the Civil Procedure Rules 1998.""
— Barry Doe, National Rail Timetable changes and reductions (2020)
"contemplation of port facility expansion"
"A merger between the two companies is currently in contemplation."
How to use contemplation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDeep, quiet thought about something, or the stage of being seriously considered.
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Word forms
- Plural
- contemplations
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Etymology
From Old French contemplation, from Latin contemplatio, built from contemplate + -ion.
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Rhymes for contemplation
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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.
