Thinking & Reasoning Vocabulary

the mental action of acquiring knowledge

“Language plays a crucial role in cognition.”

to think deeply about something; to chew repeatedly

“She ruminated on the meaning of his words for days.”

to think about deeply and at length

“He contemplated the vast expanse of stars above.”

to engage in long and careful consideration

“The jury deliberated for three days.”

to think deeply about something; to ponder

“He sat cogitating on the philosophical problem.”

to form judgments by a process of logic; to reason

“The detective ratiocinated his way to the solution.”

intellectual rather than emotional or physical

“His cerebral approach to art alienated some viewers.”

engaged in deep or serious thought

“She had a pensive look as she gazed out the window.”

characterized by examination of one's own thoughts

“The introspective novel explores the protagonist's inner life.”

the ability to judge well; perception

“Her discernment in matters of art was legendary.”