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ruminate vs contemplate

contemplate vs ruminate

ruminate and contemplate both are verbs.

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

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