CONTEMPLATE
(verb)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Contemplate.
How to pronounce contemplate:
US
Contemplate - as a verb
Look at thoughtfully; observe deep in thought
Example: "Contemplate one's navel"
Consider as a possibility
Example: "I contemplated leaving school and taking a full-time job"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
consider11deal5look attake8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Think intently and at length, as for spiritual purposes
Example: "He is meditating in his study"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
meditate11study9Reflect deeply on a subject
Example: "I mulled over the events of the afternoon"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chew overexcogitate20meditate11mull6mull overmuse6ponder9reflect12ruminate10speculate13think overHypernyms (Closely Related)
cerebrate13cogitate11think12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"She sat by the window and contemplated the meaning of life."
"He contemplated quitting his job and starting his own business."
"Before making a decision, it is wise to contemplate the consequences."
"I often contemplate what it would be like to travel the world."
"She contemplated whether to accept the job offer or not."
Word Game Points
Is CONTEMPLATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, contemplate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
CONTEMPLATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is CONTEMPLATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, contemplate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCONTEMPLATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.
Is CONTEMPLATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, contemplate is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCONTEMPLATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
