cogitate
Translation
to cogitate, to ponder, to think deeply
Examples
He sat cogitating on the problem.
He sat cogitating on the problem.
She needs time to cogitate about the offer.
She needs time to cogitate about the offer.
Grammar Patterns
((on/about sth.)) to think deeply about (sth.) He sat cogitating on the problem.
to cogitate to think deeply She needs time to cogitate.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ponder, contemplate, ruminate, meditate
Etymology
From Latin 'cogitare' (to think), from 'co-' (together) and 'agitare' (to turn over, agitate). It means to turn something over in the mind.
Memory Tips
Think of 'agitating the cogs' in your brain. It's a formal word for deep thought.