1
as in meditation
long or deep thinking about spiritual matters
the decision to enter a monastery and to spend one's life in prayer and contemplation
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in anticipation
the act or state of looking forward to some occurrence
in contemplation of their children's college expenses, they started saving early
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of contemplation
The order, based on the teachings of St. Augustine, brings together the disciplines of contemplation and pastoral ministry.
—
Harry Kraemer, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
Most of what’s billed as art is actually brand activations designed for Instagram, not contemplation.
—Tiana Denicola, Variety, 12 Apr. 2025
Following a meeting with the project coordinator, his initial apprehension turned to contemplation, and then questions.
—Naveen Rao, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
Patrick gets worldwide parades and merchandising - a day estimated to add north of $7 billion to the US economy this coming Monday; Brigid gets quiet contemplation and handwoven rush crosses.
—Gemma Allen, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for contemplation
Harry Kraemer, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
Most of what’s billed as art is actually brand activations designed for Instagram, not contemplation.
—Tiana Denicola, Variety, 12 Apr. 2025
Following a meeting with the project coordinator, his initial apprehension turned to contemplation, and then questions.
—Naveen Rao, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
Patrick gets worldwide parades and merchandising - a day estimated to add north of $7 billion to the US economy this coming Monday; Brigid gets quiet contemplation and handwoven rush crosses.
—Gemma Allen, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for contemplation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contemplation
Noun
-
Maggie; or, a Man and a Woman Walk Into a Bar is a wry meditation on grief, healing, and reclaiming one’s identity.—
Shannon Carlin,
Time,
22 May 2025
-
My skin care ritual is now infused with intention in each step, turning it into a little skin meditation.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
19 May 2025
Noun
-
After weeks of anticipation and at least one sellout on Dior.com, the product is finally back in stock.—
Claire Sullivan,
Footwear News,
22 May 2025
-
After nearly six years of anticipation since Universal Orlando Resort first announced its fourth park in 2019, the gates of the Chronos swung open to welcome guests on Thursday, May 22.—
Mackenzie Schmidt,
People.com,
22 May 2025
Noun
-
What are the expectations for Shedeur Sanders in Cleveland?—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
20 May 2025
-
The University of Michigan’s sentiment index dropped to 50.8 in May, with inflation expectations ticking higher.—
John Buckingham,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Contemplation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contemplation. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share