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English noun: contemplation

1. contemplation (act) a long and thoughtful observation


Broader (hypernym)stare

2. contemplation (cognition) a calm, lengthy, intent consideration


Synonymsmusing, reflection, reflexion, rumination, thoughtfulness


Broader (hypernym)consideration


Narrower (hyponym)cogitation, introspection, meditation, meditation, retrospect, self-contemplation, self-examination, speculation, study









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