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ponder vs contemplate

contemplate vs ponder

ponder and contemplate both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
ponder No No Yes No
contemplate No No Yes No
As verbs, ponder and contemplate are synonyms defined as:
  • ponder and contemplate: reflect deeply on a subject
Other synonyms of ponder include chew over, excogitate, meditate, mull, mull over, muse, reflect, ruminate, speculate, think over.
ponder (verb) contemplate (verb)
reflect deeply on a subject think intently and at length, as for spiritual purposes
reflect deeply on a subject
consider as a possibility
look at thoughtfully; observe deep in thought
Difference between ponder and contemplate

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