Ruminating: meaning, definitions and examples
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ruminating
[ ˈruːmɪneɪtɪŋ ]
thinking deeply
To ruminating means to think deeply about something, typically for a long period of time. It involves reflecting on a particular topic from different angles and perspectives.
Synonyms
contemplate, meditate, ponder, reflect.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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ruminating |
This word is often used to describe the act of thinking deeply about something, typically in a repetitive or obsessive way. It often has a negative connotation, suggesting that the person might be stuck in their thoughts.
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contemplate |
This word is used for thinking deeply or carefully about something, often in a calm and deliberate manner. It can be used for positive, neutral, or thoughtful consideration.
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ponder |
This word means to think about something carefully and thoroughly, often in the process of making a decision or considering a complex issue. It generally holds a neutral to positive connotation.
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meditate |
This word is typically used in the context of a formal or informal practice aimed at focusing the mind, often for relaxation, spiritual growth, or gaining clarity.
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reflect |
This word is commonly used to describe thinking back on or considering something, often with the purpose of gaining insight or understanding. It is usually used in a neutral or positive light.
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Examples of usage
- I spent hours ruminating on what she said to me.
- He was ruminating about his future career choices.
- She sat quietly, ruminating on the events of the day.
digesting food
In the context of digestion, ruminating refers to the process by which certain animals, like cows or sheep, chew their food, swallow it, regurgitate it, and then chew it again.
Synonyms
chew cud, masticate.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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ruminating |
Used in a similar context to the first 'ruminating', indicating deep thought. It is repetitively listed but has the same meaning.
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chew cud |
Specific to cows and other ruminant animals, it describes the process where they regurgitate partially digested food to chew it again. This is not typically used in a human context.
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masticate |
A more formal or scientific term for chewing food, it is often used in medical or academic contexts.
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Examples of usage
- Cows spend a lot of time ruminating their food to aid in digestion.
Translations
Translations of the word "ruminating" in other languages:
🇵🇹 ruminar
🇮🇳 जुगाली करना
🇩🇪 wiederkäuen
🇮🇩 merenungkan
🇺🇦 жувати жуйку
🇵🇱 przeżuwać
🇯🇵 反芻する (はんすうする)
🇫🇷 ruminer
🇪🇸 rumiar
🇹🇷 geviş getirmek
🇰🇷 되새기다
🇸🇦 اجترار
🇨🇿 překousat
🇸🇰 prežúvať
🇨🇳 反刍 (fǎnchú)
🇸🇮 prežvekovati
🇮🇸 jórtra
🇰🇿 жұту
🇬🇪 ღეჭვა
🇦🇿 gəvşətmək
🇲🇽 rumiar
Etymology
The word 'ruminating' comes from the Latin word 'ruminare', which means 'to chew over again'. It originally referred to the process of digestion in animals that chew their cud. Over time, the meaning expanded to include deep and prolonged thinking or contemplation.
See also: rumination.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #29,728, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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