contemplation
gb/kˌɑntəmplˈeɪʃən/ us/kˌɑntəmplˈeɪʃən/
B2
英语
~ 5800
义项
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名词
formal
C1
action
1
deep, serious thought
long, quiet, deep thinking about something important
用法模式：
[someone] spends [time] in contemplation of [something]
常见错误：
Learners sometimes confuse "contemplation" with "concentration". "Contemplation" is slow, deep thinking about ideas or decisions; "concentration" is strong focus while doing a task. Also, learners may use it too casually, where simpler words like "thought" or "thinking" are more natural in everyday speech.
近义词
reflection (emphasizes careful, often personal thought about experiences or ideas)
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deliberation (stresses careful thought before making a decision, often in formal contexts)
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meditation (can mean deep thought, but more often suggests a structured or spiritual practice)
反义词
impulsiveness (acting quickly without the deep, careful thought implied by contemplation)
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thoughtlessness (lack of care or consideration, the opposite of slow, serious thinking)
搭配
deep contemplation
|serious contemplation
|quiet contemplation
|in contemplation of
|hours of contemplation
|lost in contemplation
主题
emotions
|mind
|philosophy
|core_vocabulary
例句
- After months of contemplation, she finally decided to change careers.
- The plan was the result of long contemplation rather than a sudden idea.
- He sat alone in contemplation of the difficult choice he had to make.
- The novel invites contemplation about what truly makes a life meaningful.
- In moments of quiet contemplation, he questioned whether success had been worth the cost.
学习者例句
- After much contemplation, I moved to another city.
- She needs some contemplation before she answers this question.
- In deep contemplation, he thought about his future.
- This news caused serious contemplation for the whole team.
- The problem is hard and deserves careful contemplation.
名词
formal
C1
action
2
religious or spiritual meditation
very quiet, deep thinking or prayer toward God or spiritual ideas
用法模式：
[someone] devotes [time] to contemplation and prayer
常见错误：
Learners sometimes think this meaning is always non‑religious. In religious contexts, "contemplation" usually suggests a spiritual or prayerful focus, stronger than general "thinking" or "reflection."
近义词
devotion (highlights loving commitment to religious practice; not always silent or mental)
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contemplative prayer (a more specific religious term for this kind of silent, wordless prayer)
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meditation (broader term covering many spiritual and non‑religious practices; not always theistic)
反义词
worldliness (focus on material or everyday concerns instead of spiritual contemplation)
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distraction (mental wandering that prevents focused religious or spiritual thought)
搭配
religious contemplation
|spiritual contemplation
|prayer and contemplation
|a life of contemplation
|hours of contemplation
|monastic contemplation
主题
religion
|spirituality
|mind
例句
- The retreat offered three days of silence, prayer, and contemplation.
- He felt called to a life of contemplation in a small mountain monastery.
- Contemplation is central to their spiritual practice, more than spoken prayer.
- In her evening contemplation, she tried to sense the presence of God.
- The garden was designed as a place for quiet contemplation and prayer.
学习者例句
- The monk spends many hours in contemplation.
- She finds peace in silence and contemplation.
- For him, prayer and contemplation are a daily habit.
- They built a small room for religious contemplation.
- The church is open for quiet contemplation during the day.
名词
formal
B2
action
3
quiet, prolonged looking
quiet, long looking at something while you think about it
用法模式：
[someone] sits in contemplation of [something]
常见错误：
Learners may think this always means "thinking" only, but in this sense it also clearly includes the act of looking at something for a long time. Use context ("of the view", "of the painting") to signal this visual meaning.
近义词
gaze (focuses on the act of looking itself; does not always suggest deep thought)
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regard (formal word for steady looking at something, with some level of attention or respect)
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observation (more neutral and practical; may lack the quiet, reflective mood of contemplation)
反义词
glance (a very quick look, the opposite of long, quiet contemplation)
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ignore (to not look at or pay attention to something at all)
搭配
in contemplation of the view
|silent contemplation
|contemplation of nature
|contemplation of a painting
|sit in contemplation
|moment of contemplation
主题
art
|nature
|emotions
|core_vocabulary
例句
- They stood in silent contemplation of the mountains at sunset.
- The painting rewards careful contemplation from different distances.
- She often sits by the window in contemplation of the busy street below.
- The garden was designed for slow walking and quiet contemplation of nature.
- He paused in contemplation of the empty room before turning off the light.
学习者例句
- We sat in quiet contemplation of the sea.
- She stopped and looked at the statue in contemplation.
- He enjoys contemplation of nature in the park.
- The room is for rest and contemplation of the garden.
- They were in silent contemplation of the old building.
名词
formal
C2
state
4
being planned or expected
the state of something that people plan or expect to happen soon
用法模式：
[something] is in contemplation
常见错误：
Learners may try to use this formal sense in everyday speech (e.g. "Dinner is in contemplation"), which sounds unnatural. In normal conversation, use phrases like "we are planning" or "we are thinking about" instead.
近义词
consideration (general planning or thinking about doing something; slightly less formal than this legal‑sounding use of contemplation)
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anticipation (focuses on expecting something to happen, not always on planning it)
反义词
abandonment (the act of giving up a plan, the opposite of keeping something in contemplation)
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improbability (the quality of something being unlikely to happen, instead of being seriously contemplated)
搭配
in contemplation of marriage
|in contemplation of litigation
|in contemplation of death
|a project in contemplation
|in contemplation of [event]
主题
law
|business
例句
- Several new regulations are in contemplation but have not yet been announced.
- The gift was made in contemplation of marriage and later became a point of dispute.
- The policy change is currently in contemplation at the highest level of government.
- The agreement was signed in contemplation of future legal action.
- A major expansion of the factory is in contemplation for next year.
学习者例句
- A new law is in contemplation, but it is not ready.
- The company gave bonuses in contemplation of a hard year ahead.
- Changes to the contract are in contemplation right now.
- They made this plan in contemplation of higher costs.
- A big move to another city is in contemplation for the family.
语法
词典原形
contemplation
IPA
GB/kˌɑntəmplˈeɪʃən/
US/kˌɑntəmplˈeɪʃən/
音节与重音
con - tem - pla - tion （4 个音节）
Stress on 3rd syllable (pla)
词形变化
Noun
- Base: contemplation
- Plural: contemplation, contemplations
词族
Forms
contemplations
noun
Core family
contemplate
verb B2
contemplative
adjective
Related words
contemplatively
adverb
相关表达
a life of contemplation
1/ə lˈaɪf əv kˌɑntəmplˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
formal
life focused on quiet thought
a way of living that is mainly quiet, simple, and focused on deep thought or prayer
例句
- After years in business, he dreamed of a life of contemplation in the countryside.
- She joined the convent and embraced a life of contemplation and service.
a moment of contemplation
1/ə mˈoʊmənt əv kˌɑntəmplˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
a short time spent thinking
a short time when you stop and think quietly and carefully
例句
- He paused for a moment of contemplation before replying.
- The ceremony began with a moment of contemplation in silence.
after much contemplation
1/ˈæftɚ mˈʌt͡ʃ kˌɑntəmplˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
formal
after thinking for a long time
used before you say a decision that you made after a lot of careful thinking
例句
- After much contemplation, she decided to accept the offer.
- He announced, after much contemplation, that he would retire.
in contemplation of
1/ˈɪn kˌɑntəmplˈeɪʃən əv/
fixed phrase
formal
because a future event is expected
used to say that something is done because a future event is planned or expected
例句
- They signed the agreement in contemplation of a future merger.
- The gift was made in contemplation of marriage.
in deep contemplation
1/ˈɪn dˈip kˌɑntəmplˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
formal
in very serious thought
thinking very seriously and for a long time about something
例句
- She sat by the window in deep contemplation about her future.
- He stared at the contract in deep contemplation before signing it.
in quiet contemplation
1/ˈɪn kwˈaɪət kˌɑntəmplˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
formal
in calm, silent thought
sitting or staying very calm and silent while you think deeply
例句
- The group sat in quiet contemplation before the ceremony began.
- He walked alone along the river, in quiet contemplation.
lost in contemplation
1/lˈɔst ˈɪn kˌɑntəmplˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
formal
so deep in thought
thinking so deeply that you do not see or hear what is around you
例句
- She didn't hear him come in; she was lost in contemplation.
- He stood by the window, lost in contemplation of the city lights.
place for contemplation
1/plˈeɪs fɚ kˌɑntəmplˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
space for quiet thought
a room or area where people can sit and think quietly
例句
- The small chapel is intended as a place for contemplation.
- The rooftop garden was created as a place for contemplation above the noisy city.