Word

meditation

noun C1

/mɛdɪˈteɪʃn̩/

Meanings

noun

a practice of focusing the mind to achieve calmness, clarity, or awareness

noun

serious, quiet thought about something, especially over time

Definition

Meditation is the practice of training your attention to become calmer and more aware.

Meditation is a mental practice in which you focus your attention, often on your breathing, a word, or bodily sensations. People use meditation to reduce stress, improve concentration, or develop greater self-awareness. It can be done for a few minutes or for longer sessions, alone or with guidance.

Examples

After the meeting, I used a short meditation to reset my focus before writing the report.
You might find that meditation helps you notice distractions without immediately reacting to them.
Her evening meditation became a steady routine, even when work deadlines piled up.
They treated meditation as a skill, tracking how consistently they practiced rather than chasing instant results.

Common mistake

Learners often confuse meditation with medication because the words look similar but have different meanings and pronunciation.