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contemplate
[kon-tuhm-pleyt, -tem-]
verb (used with object)
to look at or view with continued attention; observe or study thoughtfully.
to contemplate the stars.
to consider thoroughly; think fully or deeply about.
to contemplate a difficult problem.
to have as a purpose; intend.
The District Attorney's office does not contemplate any charges.
to have in view as a future event.
to contemplate buying a new car.
verb (used without object)
to think studiously; consider deliberately; meditate.
contemplate
/ -təm-, ˈkɒntɛmˌpleɪt /
verb
to think about intently and at length; consider calmly
(intr) to think intently and at length, esp for spiritual reasons; meditate
to look at thoughtfully; observe pensively
to have in mind as a possibility
to contemplate changing jobs
Other Word Forms
- contemplator noun
- precontemplate verb
- recontemplate verb
- uncontemplated adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of contemplate1
Word History and Origins
Origin of contemplate1
Example Sentences
Upstairs, sitting on her bed and glancing at a poem by Victor Hugo, Rahaf contemplates the fact that her future is secure for the first time in her entire life.
At the moment, Republicans feel like they are in a position of strength - and are contemplating new ways to increase the pain felt by Democrats.
Straight offers their grief and work much as a celebrant holds up a sacrifice, for all to see and contemplate.
"We could never have contemplated this would grow here," says farmer Sarah Taylor, whose land the rice is planted on.
Jones was contemplating a hot air balloon to mark their semi-final in Bristol.
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