ponderously

Meanings

• To think deeply about something; to reflect carefully.

  - "After pondering the problem for hours, she finally came up with a solution."
  - "The old philosopher spent his days pondering the meaning of life."

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Rhymes

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ponderously , tenderly , carefully , sensibly , delicately

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Homophones

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1. ["ponderously", "pendant", "pendulous", "pendulum"]
   

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Variants

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ponderous , ponderously , ponderousness , ponderousnesses

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Forms

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The adverb 'ponderously' is often used to describe a slow, deliberate, or thoughtful manner or action.

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Etymology

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From Old French ponderer 'weigh, consider' or Latin pondus 'weight'.

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Related Concepts

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1. contemplation: A state of deep thought or meditation; a reflection or consideration of something.

2. reflection: A deep thought or meditation on something; a careful consideration or contemplation of a situation or problem.

3. introspection: A deep, self-reflective thought or meditation; a careful examination or consideration of one's own thoughts, feelings, or experiences.

4. meditation: A practice of focused attention and contemplation, often used to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and improve mental clarity and focus.

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["In literature, the word 'ponderously' is often used to describe a character's thought process or speech.", "In art, the term 'ponderous' is sometimes used to describe large, heavy, or cumbersome works of art.", "In music, the term 'ponderous' is occasionally used to describe slow, heavy, or deliberate musical pieces."]

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