Bethink (Verb)
Meaning 1
Consider or ponder something carefully; "She bethought her of their predicament".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- As she walked alone, she did bethink herself of the promise she made to her best friend years ago.
- Before making such a drastic decision, take a moment to bethink it and consider the potential outcomes.
- Let us bethink ourselves of the sacrifices made by those who have fought to free our country.
- In the still of the night, he did bethink himself of the love that once was, now lost forever.
- She took a moment to bethink and reflect on the choices that led her to that moment in her life.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Cause oneself to consider something.
Classification
Verbs of seeing, hearing, feeling.
Examples
- Bethink yourself of the grave consequences before making such a reckless decision.
- I took a moment to bethink the pros and cons of buying the expensive house.
- She had to bethink the fact that her future depended on this single exam.
- It would be wise to bethink what others have said before making your own judgment.
- Bethink well before choosing to follow this uncertain path in life.