What does cogitate mean?
Cogitate means (intransitive) To meditate, to ponder, to think deeply..
Cogitate
/ˈkəʊdʒɪteɪt/ · verb
Meaning
(intransitive) To meditate, to ponder, to think deeply..
Definitions by Sense
- (intransitive) To meditate, to ponder, to think deeply.
- (transitive) To consider, to devise.
Example Sentences
He that calleth a thing into his mind, whether by impression or recordation, cogitateth and considereth, and he that employeth the faculty of his fancy also cogitateth.
Think, ladies! Cogitate! Sharpen up the edges of your wit.
Synonyms for cogitate
Antonyms for cogitate
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Word Forms
- cogitates
- cogitating
- cogitated
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for cogitate?
Common synonyms include deliberate, think, cerebrate.
What is the opposite of cogitate?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use cogitate in a sentence?
He that calleth a thing into his mind, whether by impression or recordation, cogitateth and considereth, and he that employeth the faculty of his fancy also cogitateth.
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