Meditate

/ˈmɛdɪˌteɪt/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to engage in a mental exercise for the purpose of reaching a heightened level of spiritual awareness or mental clarity.

Every morning, she takes time to meditate before starting her day.

to think deeply or focus one's mind for a period of time, often in silence or using a specific technique.

He likes to meditate on his goals for the future during his evening walks.

to consider or contemplate a subject carefully.

The team decided to meditate on the proposed changes before making a decision.

From Latin 'meditari', meaning 'to think, contemplate, devise, ponder'.

mindfulness meditation

A practice of self-regulation of attention with a focus on the present moment.

guided meditation

A form of meditation where an instructor guides you through the process.

loving-kindness meditation

A practice aimed at cultivating an attitude of love and kindness towards oneself and others.

contemplation

The action of looking thoughtfully at something for a long time.

reflection

Serious thought or consideration.

mindfulness

The quality of being conscious or aware of something.

zone out

I just need to zone out for a bit and meditate.

find my center

After a hectic day, I just want to find my center and meditate.