musing

[ myoo-zing ]

adjective

1. absorbed in thought; meditative.

noun

1. contemplation; reflection.

Other Words From

• musing·ly adverb
• un·musing adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of musing¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English; muse, -ing ¹, -ing ²

Example Sentences

During his campaign, Trump flirted with those boundaries, repeatedly musing about using the military to go after domestic political opponents, or to aid in mass deportations of illegal immigrants.

From Los Angeles Times

That same charm is on full display in her special “Seasoned Professional,” released in February, which seamlessly ties tender musings on motherhood to cautionary tales from the lactose intolerant.

From Los Angeles Times

So does Helen Lundeberg, whose familiar architectural geometries in landscape paintings get an unexpected twist in three 1960s canvases inspired by extraterrestrial musings.

From Los Angeles Times

His third Netflix special, “Home Free,” highlights his lighthearted anecdotes about family, pets, self-esteem, social media and overall musings in life.

From Los Angeles Times

Fielding previously said she had decided to write Mark Darcy out of the series because she didn't want Bridget to become "a smug married", a fate deemed utterly lamentable by earlier musings of Jones.

From BBC