<p><strong>Verb (used without object)</strong></p><ul><li>to consider something deeply and thoroughly; meditate (often followed by over or upon).</li><li>Synonyms: ruminate, deliberate, cogitate, reflect.</li></ul><p><strong>Verb (used with object)</strong></p><ul><li>to weigh carefully in the mind; consider thoughtfully: He pondered his next words thoroughly.</li></ul>