rumination

Definitions

The action of thinking deeply about something.

The process of chewing the cud by ruminant animals.

Examples

His constant rumination on past mistakes prevented him from moving forward with his life.

After hours of quiet rumination, she finally decided to pursue a new career path.

Synonyms

contemplation reflection meditation puzzling musing deliberation pondering

Antonyms

disregard ignorance oblivion inattention thoughtlessness neglect heedlessness