contemplate

过去式：contemplated过去分词：contemplated现在分词：contemplating第三人称单数：contemplates

1. vt. & vi. 深思,细想,仔细考虑 think deeply and thoughtfully, especially when considering a possible course of action or future event
2. vt. 注视,凝视 look at quietly and solemnly

• contemplate proposal考虑建议
• contemplate sky凝视天空

• contemplate on沉思默想

1. He stood contemplating the painting.
   他站着审视那幅图画。
2. It terrified me to contemplate the consequence of your action.
   一想到你行动的后果,我就感到害怕。
3. The doctor contemplated the difficult operation he had to perform.
   医生细想他要进行的棘手的手术。
4. We contemplate obtaining a technical license.
   我们希望获得一项技术许可证。
5. He contemplates visiting Beijing.
   他打算访问北京。