meditation

noun

med·​i·​ta·​tion ˌme-də-ˈtā-shən 

1

: a discourse intended to express its author's reflections or to guide others in contemplation

2

: the act or process of meditating

the meditation out of which this novel has come

—Granville Hicks

Synonyms

• contemplation

Example Sentences

She spent the morning in meditation.

Daily meditation helps clear his mind.

Recent Examples on the Web

While folks are having the whole nepo baby conversation, one of the world's most famous progenies was recruited by Donald Glover for his new series on Prime Video, Swarm, a brutal and brilliant meditation on toxic fan culture. —Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 20 Mar. 2023

Each meditation is geared to a certain age group and they are designed to help kids learn about mental health and wellness as the CDC's Youth Risk Behavior Survey warns of an unprecedented youth mental health crisis. —Angela Andaloro, Peoplemag, 20 Mar. 2023

That’s why taking the time to recoup is so crucial—like via the mobility and mindfulness of yoga, breath work, or meditation. —Jackie Lam, Women's Health, 20 Mar. 2023

Start on the Lakeside Lawn with a 45-minute workout and meditation class led by MÜV Meditations, followed by mimosas by the pool and 20 percent off at The Grill, the hotel’s elevated pub-style restaurant. —Laura Groch, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Mar. 2023

Visit downtown after a day hiking for local shops, art galleries and even vortex meditation. —James Barrett, Redbook, 14 Mar. 2023

Because there are no respiratory medications involved, the PEP Buddy can also be used by anyone looking to simply better regulate their breathwork following intense exercise or while practicing mindfulness and meditation exercises. —Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 13 Mar. 2023

All forms of breathing and meditation increased positive mood and improved anxiety. —Sandee Lamotte, CNN, 7 Mar. 2023

Majors rounds out his workouts with some good stretch work, while Jordan finishes with meditation to help get his mind right as well as his body. —Philip Ellis, Men's Health, 6 Mar. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

meditation

noun

med·​i·​ta·​tion ˌmed-ə-ˈtā-shən 

: the act or an instance of meditating