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

Examples of meditation in a Sentence

She spent the morning in meditation.

Daily meditation helps clear his mind.

Recent Examples on the Web

Reduce stress with practices such as meditation or yoga. —Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 11 July 2024

The stunning former ballroom is now home to the fitness room, where daily stretches, workout and yoga classes, and meditation occur. —Jess Feldman, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2024

Today his performances utilize flutes, steel drums, nature sounds and other instruments to support meditation and recovery via sound healing sessions. —Justin L. MacK, Axios, 11 July 2024

The author, whose work pulls from psychology, meditation and somatic practices, draws on her decades of client experience to uncover how to build toward rewarding relationships. —Carly Tagen-Dye, Peoplemag, 9 July 2024

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