contemplation
Translation
contemplation, reflection, meditation
Examples
He was lost in quiet contemplation.
He was lost in quiet contemplation.
The view is worthy of contemplation.
The view is worthy of contemplation.
Grammar Patterns
((in)) contemplation in a state of deep thought. He sat in quiet contemplation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: thought, reflection, deliberation, meditation
Etymology
The noun form of the verb 'to contemplate'. From Latin 'contemplatio'.
Memory Tips
This is the act of 'contemplating'. The suffix '-ation' often denotes an action or process.