contemplation
pronunciation
How to pronounce contemplation in British English:
UK [ˌkɒntəmˈpleɪʃn]
How to pronounce contemplation in American English:
US [ˌkɑntəmˈpleɪʃn]
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- Noun:
- a long and thoughtful observation
- a calm lengthy intent consideration
Word Origin
- contemplation (n.)
- c. 1200, "religious musing," from Old French contemplation or directly from Latin contemplationem (nominative contemplatio) "act of looking at," from contemplat-, past participle stem of contemplari "to gaze attentively, observe," originally "to mark out a space for observation" (as an augur does). From com-, intensive prefix (see com-), + templum "area for the taking of auguries" (see temple (n.1)).
Example
- 1. A large movement shocked me from my morbid contemplation .
- 2. Walking is a time for contemplation and , on good days , inspiration .
- 3. This contemplation was fatal to him .
- 4. You want something that amidst the quiet lull of contemplation or awkwardness will bring forth a spark of interest .
- 5. The white house isn 't saying , according to gail collins of thenew york timesin her delightful thanksgiving day contemplation of the turkey pardoning .