Crossword clue
Ponder crossword clue
We have 16 answers for the clue “Ponder”, from 4–11 letters. The most likely answer is MUSE.
Top answer
MUSE
4 letters · Be absorbed in thought
All answers for “Ponder”
| Answer | Letters | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 4-letter answers | ||
| MUSE Best match | 4 | Be absorbed in thought |
| MULL | 4 | Think over, as in "mull over" |
| 5-letter answers | ||
| THINK | 5 | Consider carefully |
| WEIGH | 5 | Assess carefully |
| BROOD | 5 | Think anxiously |
| STUDY | 5 | Consider carefully |
| 6-letter answers | ||
| WONDER | 6 | Think about with curiosity |
| 7-letter answers | ||
| REFLECT | 7 | Think deeply |
| EXAMINE | 7 | Inspect closely |
| 8-letter answers | ||
| CONSIDER | 8 | Think about carefully |
| MEDITATE | 8 | Think deeply |
| RUMINATE | 8 | Think deeply about |
| CHEW OVER | 8 | Think about, informal |
| COGITATE | 8 | Think deeply |
| 10-letter answers | ||
| DELIBERATE | 10 | Think long and carefully |
| 11-letter answers | ||
| CONTEMPLATE | 11 | Look at or think about thoughtfully |
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What does “Ponder” mean?
Ponder means to think about something carefully, especially before making a decision. It is a verb, often followed by "on" or "over".
Solving tip
MUSE is a classic short answer; also MULL, BROOD and WEIGH. For longer slots try CONTEMPLATE or DELIBERATE.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to the crossword clue "Ponder"?
The most likely answer is MUSE (4 letters) — Be absorbed in thought. Other common answers are MULL (4), THINK (5), CONSIDER (8), REFLECT (7).
How many letters are in the answer to "Ponder"?
Answers to "Ponder" range from 4–11 letters. Count the squares in your grid and use the length filter on this page to narrow the list.