Meditate
/ˈmɛdɪteɪt/
Definitions
2 meaningsTo focus one's mind for a period of time, usually in silence or with the aid of chanting, for religious or spiritual purposes or as a method of relaxation.
/ˈmɛdɪteɪt/
To engage in contemplation or reflection.
He meditates every morning before work to center himself.
💡 Simply: It's like taking a mental vacation! When you meditate, you sit quietly and focus your mind on something, like your breath or a calming word. It's like giving your brain a break from all the noise.
👶 For kids: To think really, really hard about something, like your favorite toy or a pretty flower.
More Examples
She finds that meditating helps her to calm her mind.
I often meditate to reduce stress.
How It's Used
"She meditates daily to reduce stress and find inner peace."
"The therapist recommended meditation as a technique to manage anxiety."
"The philosopher spent hours meditating on the nature of existence."
To plan or consider something.
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The committee will meditate on the new proposal.
💡 Simply: To consider or plan something very carefully or seriously.
👶 For kids: To think super carefully about a decision.
More Examples
The judge had to meditate on the case before giving a verdict.
How It's Used
"The board of directors will meditate on the proposed merger."
"The judge meditated on the evidence before delivering the verdict."
Idioms & expressions
meditate on
To think deeply and carefully about something.
"He likes to meditate on the meaning of life."
From Latin *meditari* 'to reflect on, consider, contemplate'.
The word has been used since the 14th century.
Memory tip
Imagine a mental picture where you slowly and carefully walk through each of your thoughts.
Practice
Word Origin
Root: meditari