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contemplative vs pondering

pondering vs contemplative

contemplative is a noun but pondering is not a noun.

contemplative and pondering both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
contemplative Yes Yes No No
pondering No Yes No No
As adjectives, contemplative and pondering are synonyms defined as:
  • contemplative and pondering: deeply or seriously thoughtful
Other synonyms of contemplative include brooding, broody, meditative, musing, pensive, reflective, ruminative.
contemplative (noun) pondering (noun)
a person devoted to the contemplative life
contemplative (adjective) pondering (adjective)
deeply or seriously thoughtful deeply or seriously thoughtful
Difference between contemplative and pondering

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