contemplation

Plural: contemplations

Noun

• a long and thoughtful observation
• a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
• The act of contemplating; musing; being highly concentrated in thought
• Holy meditation.
• The act of looking forward to a future event
• The state of being considered or planned.

Synonyms

musing, reflection, reflexion, rumination, thoughtfulness, attention, consideration

Antonyms

pragmatism

Related Words

contemplate, contemplational, precontemplation