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Meaning of Rumination | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2
ˌɹuːmɪˈneɪʃən

Definitions

  1. The act of ruminating; i.e. chewing cud.
    countable, uncountable
  2. Deep thought or consideration.
    countable, figuratively, uncountable
  3. Negative cyclic thinking; persistent and recurrent worrying or brooding.
    countable, uncountable
  4. An eating disorder characterized by repetitive regurgitation of small amounts of food from the stomach.
    countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“Amid these internal battles is a clear vision of the chaotic world outside, too; ‘Bless The Bold Future’ is a nuanced rumination on the dangers of bringing new life onto a planet in turmoil”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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