word
rumination
roo-muh-NAY-shun
ˌruːməˈneɪʃənListen
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Syllable breakdown
rumination
Dictionary meaning
Repetitive, often unproductive thinking about distress, mistakes, or negative feelings.
History and origin
Latin ruminari, meaning 'to chew over'.
Examples
- Mindfulness exercises reduced her evening rumination.
Common mispronunciations
ROOM-in-ay-shun
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