Antonyms for contemplate

Grammar : Verb

Spell : kon-tuhm-pleyt, -tem-

Phonetic Transcription : ˈkɒn təmˌpleɪt, -tɛm-

Definition of contemplate

Origin : 1590s, from Latin contemplatus, past participle of contemplari "survey, observe" (see contemplation). Related: Contemplated; contemplating.

verb think about seriously; plan
verb gaze at

Example sentences :

Now and then she would stop suddenly to contemplate the vision she had created.
Extract from : « Life and Death of Harriett Frean » by May Sinclair

I was resolved that if he did contemplate such injustice, I should put a stop to it.
Extract from : « The Bacillus of Beauty » by Harriet Stark

Those who contemplate such a step should pray for God's guidance.
Extract from : « An Explanation of Luther's Small Catechism » by Joseph Stump

That part of your friend which it is your privilege to contemplate in your adversity.
Extract from : « The Devil's Dictionary » by Ambrose Bierce

What a noble end and aim it was to contemplate in the attainment truly!
Extract from : « Life And Adventures Of Martin Chuzzlewit » by Charles Dickens

It is desirable that you should contemplate it in its true proportions.
Extract from : « Life And Adventures Of Martin Chuzzlewit » by Charles Dickens

He must contemplate what the Hebrew poets call the works of His hands.
Extract from : « A Dish Of Orts » by George MacDonald

I tried to contemplate the death-struggle with equanimity, but could not.
Extract from : « Wilfrid Cumbermede » by George MacDonald

Are these exertions that Imogen ought to contemplate with indifference?
Extract from : « Imogen » by William Godwin

You contemplate them from a height, and rail at them with a most impressive bitterness.
Extract from : « Barnaby Rudge » by Charles Dickens

Synonyms for contemplate

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