contemplation
//ˌkɒn.təmˈpleɪ.ʃən//
Noun
contemplationSingular
contemplationsPlural
1
The action of looking thoughtfully at something for a long time.
She sat in quiet contemplation of the painting for nearly an hour.
2
Deep reflective thought or meditation.
She sat in quiet contemplation, reflecting on the meaning of life.
3
The state of considering something as a possible course of action.
The company has several new projects under contemplation.