Muse

/mjuːz/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a source of inspiration, especially for an artist or poet.

The artist found her muse in the beauty of nature surrounding her.

in Greek mythology, any of the nine goddesses who preside over the arts and sciences.

As a writer, he always sought the guidance of his muse to spark his creativity.

verb

to think or meditate in silence, often reflecting on something in a thoughtful way.

She began to muse about her childhood while looking through old photographs.

to consider something thoughtfully.

He mused over the meaning of life as he walked through the park.

Derived from Middle English 'musen', from Old French 'muser', probably of unknown origin.

muse on

To think deeply about something.

muse over

To reflect on something in a thoughtful manner.

musing

Deeply thoughtful or reflective contemplation.

mused

Past tense of muse; engaged in thought.

museum

A place where objects of artistic, cultural, historical, or scientific interest are preserved.

musician

A person who plays a musical instrument or is musically talented.

To daydream or fantasize.

He was just musing about what life would be like on a tropical island.

To think about someone in a loving or nostalgic way.

She was musing over her high school crush.