Meaning of Contemplation | Babel Free

Definitions

1. The act of contemplating; musing; being highly concentrated in thought
   countable, uncountable
2. Holy meditation.
   countable, uncountable
3. The act of looking forward to a future event
   countable, uncountable
4. The state of being considered or planned.
   countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“Now, 80 percent is accessible — quickly filling with exhibition spaces, stylish restaurants and cafes, bookstores, and highly profitable gift stores, as well as quiet walkways, shady stands of trees and odd nooks that invite contemplation of bygone dynasties.”

“Mr. Pickwick congratulated the fortunate owner of the irresistible garments on their acquisition; and Mr. Peter Magnus remained a few moments apparently absorbed in contemplation.”

“Whilst he roamed about with his flocks, through ice and snow, communion with his God in prayer, and quiet contemplation, were his portion.”

“He concludes: "This letter is written in contemplation of legal proceedings, and is a pre-action protocol letter within the meaning of the Civil Procedure Rules 1998."”

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