CEFR B2

pondered

verb

Meaning

Thought about something carefully and for a significant period of time.

Examples

The committee pondered the implications of the new policy before voting.
He pondered his next move on the chessboard with intense concentration.

Synonyms: think, consider, contemplate, ruminate

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pondered (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈpɒndəd/

Definition

Thought about something carefully and for a significant period of time.

Examples

The committee pondered the implications of the new policy before voting.
He pondered his next move on the chessboard with intense concentration.
They pondered the mystery of the ancient ruins for many years.

How to Use pondered

ponder on (phrasal verb): To think deeply about a specific subject. — "He liked to ponder on the meaning of life during his long walks."
ponder over (phrasal verb): To spend time thinking about a problem or situation. — "The team pondered over the data for hours to find the error."

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