26984 words

muse

5 definitions • 4 examples
1
to think about something carefully and for a long time:

Examples:

I began to muse about/on the possibility of starting my own business.
2
a person, or an imaginary being or force that gives someone ideas and helps them to write, paint, or make music:

Examples:

The muse has left me - I haven't written any poetry for months!
Juliet was not only the painter's best model but also his muse.
3
in ancient Greek and Roman stories, one of the nine goddesses who were believed to give encouragement in different areas of literature, art, and music
4
to think about something carefully and for a long time:

Examples:

[ I always + adv/prep ] At breakfast, he allowed himself to muse about his presidency.
5
an imaginary force that gives you ideas and helps you to write, paint, or make music, or a physical representation of this force

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