Musing: meaning, definitions and examples
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musing
[ ˈmjuːzɪŋ ]
deep thought
A period of deep thought or reflection.
Synonyms
contemplation, pensive, reflection
Examples of usage
- She was lost in her musings for hours.
- His musings often led to great insights.
amusing
Something that is amusing or entertaining.
Synonyms
enjoyable, entertaining, funny
Examples of usage
- The cat's antics provided endless musing for the family.
- The comedian's musing had the audience in stitches.
Translations
Translations of the word "musing" in other languages:
🇵🇹 meditação
🇮🇳 चिंतन
🇩🇪 nachdenklich
🇮🇩 merenung
🇺🇦 роздуми
🇵🇱 rozmyślanie
🇯🇵 黙考 (もっこう)
🇫🇷 réflexion
🇪🇸 reflexión
🇹🇷 düşünceli
🇰🇷 숙고
🇸🇦 تأمل
🇨🇿 hloubání
🇸🇰 úvaha
🇨🇳 沉思 (chénsī)
🇸🇮 razmišljanje
🇮🇸 íhugun
🇰🇿 ойлану
🇬🇪 აზრი
🇦🇿 düşüncə
🇲🇽 reflexión
Word origin
The word 'musing' has its origin in Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'muser' which means 'to ponder, dream, wonder'. Over time, the word evolved to encompass both deep thought and amusement. It has been used in English literature for centuries to convey moments of contemplation and entertainment.