English noun: cogitation | |||
1. | cogitation (cognition) a carefully considered thought about something | ||
Samples | His cogitations were dutifully recorded in his daybook. | ||
Broader (hypernym) | idea, thought | ||
2. | cogitation (cognition) attentive consideration and meditation | ||
Samples | After much cogitation he rejected the offer. | ||
Synonyms | study | ||
Broader (hypernym) | contemplation, musing, reflection, reflexion, rumination, thoughtfulness | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | lucubration | ||