Synonyms of meditation

meditation

noun

ˌme-də-ˈtā-shən 

as in contemplation

long or deep thinking about spiritual matters

the busy executive devotes an hour a day to quiet meditation

Synonyms & Similar Words

• contemplation
• deliberation
• study
• introspection
• trance
• reverie
• muse
• daydreaming
• retrospection
• rumination
• reflection
• brown study
• cogitation
• woolgathering
• musing
• pondering
• navel-gazing

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of meditation

Buddhism assumes that meditation is learned from experienced teachers. — Ronald S. Green, The Conversation, 16 July 2026

At Javvu Spa, kids can indulge in treatments tailored to them, including a mini coconut scrub, a mini mani-pedi, and mini meditation sessions. — Katie Lockhart, Robb Report, 16 July 2026

It was personalized to my own goals and routine, like how to improve my balance for surfing and incorporate more meditation for better sleep. — Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 16 July 2026

Abrams has been a bit streakier, but has used meditation and better plate discipline to keep his season from spiraling. — Spencer Nusbaum, New York Times, 16 July 2026