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meditating

 

[ ˈmɛdɪˌteɪtɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

mindfulness practice

Meditating refers to the practice of focused contemplation, typically aimed at achieving a state of mental clarity and emotional stability. It often involves techniques such as deep breathing, visualization, or repetitive chanting to help calm the mind and enhance self-awareness.

Synonyms

contemplating, introspection, pondering, reflecting

Examples of usage

  • She enjoys meditating every morning to start her day with a clear mind.
  • Many people find that meditating can reduce stress and anxiety.
  • He spent an hour meditating in silence at the park.
  • The app guides you through different techniques for meditating effectively.

Translations

Translations of the word "meditating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 meditando

🇮🇳 ध्यान करना

🇩🇪 meditieren

🇮🇩 bermeditasi

🇺🇦 медитація

🇵🇱 medytując

🇯🇵 瞑想する

🇫🇷 méditant

🇪🇸 meditando

🇹🇷 meditasyon yapma

🇰🇷 명상하는

🇸🇦 التأمل

🇨🇿 meditující

🇸🇰 meditujúci

🇨🇳 冥想

🇸🇮 meditirajoč

🇮🇸 hugleiðandi

🇰🇿 медитация

🇬🇪 მედიტაცია

🇦🇿 meditasiya

🇲🇽 meditando

Etymology

The term 'meditate' derives from the Latin word 'meditari', which means 'to think, contemplate, or dwell upon'. This word has roots in the Proto-Indo-European *med- which means 'to measure'. Historically, meditation practices can be traced back thousands of years to ancient spiritual traditions, including Hinduism and Buddhism, where it was used as a means to attain spiritual insight and enlightenment. Over time, meditation has evolved and been adopted in various cultures around the world, often taking on different techniques and purposes, from religious rituals to modern stress relief practices. The growing interest in mindfulness and mental health has further popularized meditation in recent years.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,665, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.