Standard Synonyms
Reflect
Contemplate
Meditate
Think
Speculate
Mull
Deliberate
Slang Synonyms
Academic Synonyms
Contemplate
Meditate
Brood
Chew over
Reflect
Mull over
Muse
Deliberate
Think about
Wonder about
Old English Synonyms
Musing
Speculating
Considering
Reflecting
Ruminating.
Regional Synonyms
Mull over
Muse on
Chew over
Think about
Reflect on
Deliberate on
Contemplate on
Industry-specific Synonyms
Contemplate
Reflect
Introspect
Meditate.
Antonyms
Meaning
to think about something carefully, usually before making a decision
Definition
To ponder is to think deeply or reflect upon something. It is to give serious or careful thought to something.
Example Sentences
1. I pondered over my decision for a long time.
2. She was lost in thought, pondering over her next move.
3. I was wondering if you would like to join me for lunch? I need someone to ponder life with.
4. Aimee was deep in thought, pondering her next career move.
5. I love to sit and ponder by the river.