cogitation
1. a carefully considered thought about something - his cogitations were dutifully recorded in his daybook • Derivationally related forms: cogitate • Hypernyms: idea, thought 2. attentive consideration and meditation - after much cogitation he rejected the offer • Syn: study • Derivationally related forms: study (for: study), cogitate • Hypernyms: contemplation, reflection, reflexion, rumination, musing, thoughtfulness • Hyponyms: lucubration
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