rumination (Meaning)
rumination (n)
a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
(of ruminants) chewing (the cud)
regurgitation of small amounts of food; seen in some infants after feeding
rumination (n.)
The act or process of ruminating, or chewing the cud; the habit of chewing the cud.
The state of being disposed to ruminate or ponder; deliberate meditation or reflection.
The regurgitation of food from the stomach after it has been swallowed, -- occasionally observed as a morbid phenomenon in man.
Synonyms & Antonyms of rumination
rumination Sentence Examples
- After the argument, she found herself engaging in endless rumination about the hurtful words that had been exchanged.
- The constant rumination over past failures left her feeling paralyzed with anxiety.
- Cognitive behavioral therapy helped him break the cycle of negative rumination that had been weighing him down.
- The therapist suggested mindfulness techniques to reduce his rumination and focus on the present moment.
- The constant rumination over his relationship status had led to insomnia and a decline in his well-being.
- She knew that rumination was a toxic habit, but she couldn't seem to stop replaying the events of the day in her mind.
- The counselor emphasized the importance of challenging irrational thoughts and reframing them to reduce rumination.
- The doctor prescribed medication to help alleviate the anxiety and rumination that had been tormenting her.
- She found solace in writing down her thoughts to externalize the rumination and gain a new perspective.
- Through introspection and journaling, she gradually learned to manage her rumination and develop healthier coping mechanisms.
FAQs About the word rumination
a calm, lengthy, intent consideration, (of ruminants) chewing (the cud), regurgitation of small amounts of food; seen in some infants after feedingThe act or pr
contemplation, pondering, thought, reflection, meditation, deliberation, study, cogitation, debate, introspection
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After the argument, she found herself engaging in endless rumination about the hurtful words that had been exchanged.
The constant rumination over past failures left her feeling paralyzed with anxiety.
Cognitive behavioral therapy helped him break the cycle of negative rumination that had been weighing him down.
The therapist suggested mindfulness techniques to reduce his rumination and focus on the present moment.
