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contemplator

[ ˈkɒntəmpleɪtə ]

Noun

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person who thinks deeply or reflects on something

A contemplator is someone who spends a lot of time thinking deeply or reflecting on various topics or ideas. They are often introspective individuals who enjoy pondering the meaning of life, the universe, and everything in between. Contemplators may engage in meditation, philosophical discussions, or simply quiet contemplation.

Synonyms

meditator, pensive person, philosopher.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
contemplator	This word suits someone who is deeply thinking or reflecting on a particular subject, often for an extended period. She is a contemplator, always lost in thoughts pondering the mysteries of life
pensive person	This phrase describes someone who is often in thoughtful, reflective, or slightly melancholic thoughts. It can sometimes have a slightly negative or sad connotation. He sat by the window, a pensive person, quietly thinking about the challenges ahead
philosopher	Refer to someone who studies or engages in thinking about fundamental questions regarding existence, knowledge, ethics, and reason. In every discussion, he takes the role of a philosopher, challenging us to think deeper about our assumptions and beliefs
meditator	Use this term when referring to someone who practices meditation, focusing inwardly to reach a state of calm or spiritual awareness. As a meditator, he spends an hour every morning in silent reflection and breathing exercises

Examples of usage

The poet was known to be a contemplator, often spending hours lost in thought.
As a contemplator, she enjoyed exploring the complexities of human emotions and relationships.
The artist found inspiration as a contemplator, observing the world around him with a curious mind.

Translations

Translations of the word "contemplator" in other languages:

🇵🇹 contemplador

🇮🇳 विचारक

🇩🇪 Betrachter

🇮🇩 pemerhati

🇺🇦 медитатор

🇵🇱 kontemplator

🇯🇵 考察者

🇫🇷 contemplateur

🇪🇸 contemplador

🇹🇷 düşünen

🇰🇷 관찰자

🇸🇦 متأمل

🇨🇿 kontemplátor

🇸🇰 kontemplátor

🇨🇳 沉思者

🇸🇮 kontemplator

🇮🇸 hugsa

🇰🇿 ойшыл

🇬🇪 კონტემპლატორი

🇦🇿 düşünən

🇲🇽 contemplador

Etymology

The word 'contemplator' originated from the Latin word 'contemplator', which means 'one who gazes at'. It has been used in English since the 16th century to describe someone who engages in deep thought or reflection. The concept of contemplation has roots in various philosophical and religious traditions, emphasizing the importance of introspection and meditation.