CEFR B1

contemplation

noun

Meaning

The action of looking thoughtfully at something for a long time, or deep reflective thought.

Examples

The quiet garden was perfect for contemplation.
He engaged in silent contemplation before making his decision.

Synonyms: thought, reflection, meditation, rumination

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contemplation (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /kənˌtɛm.pləˈneɪ.ʃən/

Definition

The action of looking thoughtfully at something for a long time, or deep reflective thought.

Examples

The quiet garden was perfect for contemplation.
He engaged in silent contemplation before making his decision.
Her contemplation of the stars lasted for hours.

How to Use contemplation

in contemplation (prepositional phrase): Engaged in the act of thinking deeply. — "He was in contemplation of the problem."
contemplation of (prepositional phrase): The focus of one's deep thought. — "The contemplation of mortality can be unsettling."

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