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contemplate

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Synonyms & Antonyms of contemplate

1 to give serious and careful thought to

she contemplated the problem for several hours before reaching a decision

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2 to have in mind as a purpose or goal

he waited patiently, contemplating revenge all the while

Synonyms for contemplate

aim,
allow
[chiefly Southern & Midland],
aspire,
calculate,
design,
go
[chiefly Southern & Midland],
intend,
look,
mean,
meditate,
plan,
propose,
purport,
purpose

Words Related to contemplate

plot,
scheme

Phrases Synonymous with contemplate

figure on

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consider, study, contemplate, weigh mean to think about in order to arrive at a judgment or decision. consider may suggest giving thought to in order to reach a suitable conclusion, opinion, or decision. refused even to consider my proposal study implies sustained purposeful concentration and attention to details and minutiae. study the plan closely contemplate stresses focusing one's thoughts on something but does not imply coming to a conclusion or decision. contemplate the consequences of refusing weigh implies attempting to reach the truth or arrive at a decision by balancing conflicting claims or evidence. weigh the pros and cons of the case