Contemplate

C1 16+

Synonyms of contemplate

Antonyms of contemplate

Collocations of contemplate

life's purpose
Frequency: 70 %

She spent hours contemplating life's purpose.

deep thoughts
Frequency: 60 %

He often contemplates deep thoughts about the universe.

inner self
Frequency: 50 %

Meditation helps her contemplate her inner self.

future possibilities
Frequency: 45 %

Contemplating future possibilities can be both exciting and daunting.

career choices
Frequency: 35 %

After much contemplation, he finally made his career choices.

Idiomatic Expressions for contemplate

  • Phrase: contemplate the meaning of life
    Meaning: to think deeply about the purpose and significance of existence
    Usage: After experiencing a personal loss, she began to contemplate the meaning of life.