contemplate

verb

1. look at thoughtfully; observe deep in thought

   verb.perception

   Examples

   Contemplate one's navel.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

2. consider as a possibility

   verb.cognition

   Examples

   I contemplated leaving school and taking a full-time job.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

3. think intently and at length, as for spiritual purposes

   verb.cognition

   Synonyms meditate study

   Source: WordNet 3.0

4. reflect deeply on a subject

   verb.cognition

   Synonyms chew over excogitate meditate mull mull over muse ponder reflect ruminate speculate think over

   Source: WordNet 3.0

5. To look at on all sides or in all its bearings; to view or consider with continued attention; to regard with deliberate care; to meditate on; to study.

   verb

   Source: webster1913

6. To consider or think studiously; to ponder; to reflect; to muse; to meditate.

   verb

   Source: webster1913