Contemplate (Verb)
Meaning 1
Think intently and at length, as for spiritual purposes; "He is meditating in his study".
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Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
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Meaning 2
Reflect deeply on a subject; "I mulled over the events of the afternoon"; "philosophers have speculated on the question of God for thousands of years"; "The scientist must stop to observe and start to excogitate".
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Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
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Meaning 3
Look at thoughtfully; observe deep in thought; "contemplate one's navel".
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Verbs of seeing, hearing, feeling.
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Meaning 4
Consider as a possibility; "I contemplated leaving school and taking a full-time job".
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Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.