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Meaning of "meditation" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF MEDITATION

meditation  [ˌmɛdɪˈteɪʃən] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF MEDITATION

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Meditation is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES MEDITATION MEAN IN ENGLISH?

meditation

Meditation

Meditation is a practice in which an individual trains the mind or induces a mode of consciousness, either to realize some benefit or as an end in itself. The term meditation refers to a broad variety of practices that includes techniques designed to promote relaxation, build internal energy or life force and develop compassion, love, patience, generosity and forgiveness. A particularly ambitious form of meditation aims at effortlessly sustained single-pointed concentration single-pointed analysis, meant to enable its practitioner to enjoy an indestructible sense of well-being while engaging in any life activity. The word meditation carries different meanings in different contexts. Meditation has been practiced since antiquity as a component of numerous religious traditions and beliefs. Meditation often involves an internal effort to self-regulate the mind in some way. Meditation is often used to clear the mind and ease many health issues, such as high blood pressure, depression, and anxiety. It may be done sitting, or in an active way—for instance, Buddhist monks involve awareness in their day-to-day activities as a form of mind-training.

Definition of meditation in the English dictionary

The definition of meditation in the dictionary is the act of meditating; contemplation; reflection. Other definition of meditation is contemplation of spiritual matters, esp as a religious practice.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH MEDITATION


accreditation
əˌkrɛdɪˈteɪʃən
adaptation
ˌædəpˈteɪʃən
alimentation
ˌælɪmɛnˈteɪʃən
citation
saɪˈteɪʃən
consultation
ˌkɒnsəlˈteɪʃən
documentation
ˌdɒkjʊmɛnˈteɪʃən
excitation
ˌɛksɪˈteɪʃən
expectation
ˌɛkspɛkˈteɪʃən
hesitation
ˌhɛzɪˈteɪʃən
implementation
ˌɪmplɪmenˈteɪʃən
interpretation
ɪnˌtɜːprɪˈteɪʃən
invitation
ˌɪnvɪˈteɪʃən
limitation
ˌlɪmɪˈteɪʃən
orientation
ˌɔːrɪɛnˈteɪʃən
presentation
ˌprɛzənˈteɪʃən
rehabilitation
ˌriːəˌbɪlɪˈteɪʃən
representation
ˌrɛprɪzɛnˈteɪʃən
reputation
ˌrɛpjʊˈteɪʃən
rotation
rəʊˈteɪʃən
transportation
ˌtrænspɔːˈteɪʃən

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE MEDITATION

medievalist
medievalistic
medievally
medigap
medina
mediocracy
mediocre
mediocrities
mediocrity
meditate
meditative
meditatively
meditativeness
meditator
Mediterranean
Mediterranean fever
Mediterranean flour moth
Mediterranean fruit fly
Mediterranean Sea
medium

WORDS THAT END LIKE MEDITATION

action
administration
animation
application
association
certification
combination
communication
confirmation
conversation
corporation
creation
decoration
destination
duration
education
evaluation
federation
formation
foundation
generation

Synonyms and antonyms of meditation in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

SYNONYMS OF «MEDITATION»

The following words have a similar or identical meaning as «meditation» and belong to the same grammatical category.
synonyms of meditation

Translation of «meditation» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF MEDITATION

Find out the translation of meditation to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of meditation from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «meditation» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

沉思
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

meditación
570 millions of speakers

English

meditation
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

ध्यान
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

تَأَمُّلُ
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

медитация
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

meditação
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

ধ্যান
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

méditation
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Meditasi
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Meditation
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

瞑想
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

명상
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Meditasi
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

thiền
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

தியானம்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

चिंतन
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

meditasyon
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

meditazione
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

medytacja
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

медитація
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

meditație
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

διαλογισμός
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

meditasie
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

meditation
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

meditasjon
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of meditation

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «MEDITATION»

The term «meditation» is very widely used and occupies the 10.992 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «MEDITATION» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about meditation

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10 QUOTES WITH «MEDITATION»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word meditation.
1
Ed Begley, Jr.
One of the regular intervals of meditation in my life, believe it or not, is in my car.
2
David Brainerd
When you cease from labour, fill up your time in reading, meditation, and prayer: and while your hands are labouring, let your heart be employed, as much as possible, in divine thoughts.
3
Russell Brand
I do transcendental meditation, which is, I suppose, derived from Vedic or Ayurvedic principles, which is sort of Hindu principles.
4
Brendon Burchard
Meditation is a lifelong process. Give it a try. As you get deeper and more disciplined into the process, you'll get deeper and more disciplined in your mind and life.
5
Kristian Bush
I have always heard that uber-successful people who write books about how to become uber-successful all have one thing in common: They all meditate every day. I consider yoga my meditation.
6
Henri Cartier-Bresson
Photography is an immediate reaction, drawing is a meditation.
7
Vikram Chatwal
Music used to be a lot more about angst for me. Now it's the only form of meditation I do.
8
Martin Chemnitz
I am calling attention just to the main points of these tremendously important matters, which can be understood better by pious meditation than explained by human language.
9
Sri Chinmoy
If we know the divine art of concentration, if we know the divine art of meditation, if we know the divine art of contemplation, easily and consciously we can unite the inner world and the outer world.
10
Deepak Chopra
Many scientists think that philosophy has no place, so for me it's a sad time because the role of reflection, contemplation, meditation, self inquiry, insight, intuition, imagination, creativity, free will, is in a way not given any importance, which is the domain of philosophers.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «MEDITATION»

Discover the use of meditation in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to meditation and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Meditation
Answers questions about how meditation is practiced in its different styles and methods, affects on self-awareness, and health benefits.
Andrew Moore, 2008
2
Deep Meditation - Pathway to Personal Freedom (eBook)
This is a concise step-by-step instruction book for a powerful method of daily meditation that will systematically unfold inner peace, creativity and energy in daily life.
Yogani, 2005
3
Meditation: An Outline for Practical Study
In brief, many will find Meditation the work for which they have been seeking and longing ever since they realized the necessity for taking their destiny into their own hands.
Mouni Sadhu, 2005
4
Catching the Big Fish: Meditation, Consciousness, and Creativity
Catching the Big Fish comes as a revelation to the legion of fans who have longed to better understand Lynch's personal vision. And it is equally compelling to those who wonder how they can nurture their own creativity.
David Lynch, 2007
5
Meditation for Beginners
With Meditation for Beginners, trusted teacher Jack Kornfield shows you how simple it is to start – and stick with – a daily meditation practice. “Insight” or vipassana meditation is the time-honored skill of calming the spirit and ...
Jack Kornfield, 2010
6
Meditation: The First and Last Freedom
Introduces a series of practical, step-by-step guides to ancient and modern techniques of meditation, from Buddhist and Sufi practices to Osho's own Dynamic Meditation and Mystic Rose Meditation, along with suggestions to help readers ...
Osho, 2004
7
The Best Guide to Meditation: This is the Perfect Book If ...
Introduces the concept of meditation, offers advice on meditating, and describes various types of meditation and how they can influence one's life
‎1998
8
Meditation
These are handy, accessible books that provide literally all the information you need to know to gain a new hobby or understand a difficult topic.
David B. Dillard-Wright, Ravinder Jerath, 2011
9
Meditation: Searching for the Real You
This book will provide you with tools that can help you to meditate and will help you gain a stronger commitment to regular meditation practice.
Dada Jyotirupananda, 2009
10
Meditation: An In-Depth Guide
Drawing on modern science as well as ancient Eastern traditions and the authors' own extensive personal experience as practitioners and teachers, this guide offers the techniques and understanding needed to explore meditation practice ...
Ian Gawler, Paul Bedson, 2011

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «MEDITATION»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term meditation is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Just breathe: Where to practice meditation in NYC
"People often think that meditation isn't working, [but] dropping expectations around benefits are helpful ways to avoid this," said The Big Quiet ... «amNY, Jul 15»
2
Daily Meditation: I Am Safe
Today's meditation features a guided meditation to relieve anxiety. As you meditate today, identify the things that are causing you stress and ... «Huffington Post, Jul 15»
3
Ben Turshen on the benefits of daily meditation
But it wasn't until he started a daily meditation practice that he found relief for a lifelong struggle with insomnia, anxiety and depression. «amNY, Jul 15»
4
Meditation Frees The Meditator
He was seriously interested in meditation, and said that he had practised it for many years. He did not belong to any particular school of thought ... «The New Indian Express, Jul 15»
5
Studies on meditation give varied results
Studies, based on 30-45 minutes of daily meditation, show reduced stress, increased productivity, enhanced relationships and increased ... «Jamestown Sun, Jul 15»
6
Arsonist jailed for attack on Chelmsford Brahma Kumaris meditation
AN ARSONIST set fire to a Chelmsford meditation centre and a woman's home because he was angry with a religious organisation that he quit ... «Essex Chronicle, Jul 15»
7
Series of meditation classes to be held at the YWCA
Marcia Flory will explore a new topic each week beginning Aug. 5 at the YWCA. Classes will be offered from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and from 6 to 7:30 ... «Clinton Herald, Jul 15»
8
Meditation offers 20 minutes of the here and now
Meditation can offer a way of stepping out of the maelstrom and gaining some perspective, writes Roisin Armstrong. Meditation offers 20 ... «the Irish News, Jul 15»
9
Is Running Meditation?
Meditation, and in particular mindfulness meditation, has been in the news a lot lately. A recent feature in The New Yorker titled “The Higher ... «velonews.competitor.com, Jul 15»
10
25 Simple and Awesome Meditation Tips for Every Lazy Soul
To keep your sanity intact and cope with all the worries, meditation should be on your everyday to-do list. Here are 25 awesome meditation tips ... «iDiva.com, Jul 15»

REFERENCE
« EDUCALINGO. Meditation [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/meditation>. Apr 2024 ».
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