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contemplative

adj.
C1 Advanced US //kənˈtɛmpɫətɪv// UK //kəntˈɛmplətˌɪv// con·tem·pla·tive

adj. thinking deeply about something. You use this to describe someone who is quiet and serious because they are thinking about a difficult or important subject.

adj. engaged in deep thought or meditation; characterized by a state of quiet reflection. Often used to describe a person's demeanor or a specific mental state.


SIMPLE

He sat in a contemplative silence after the meeting.

CONTEXTUAL

The patient's contemplative expression suggested she was deeply considering the doctor's advice before making a decision.

COMPLEX

The philosopher's contemplative nature allowed him to observe the world's complexities without immediate judgment, leading to a more nuanced understanding of human behavior.

Synonyms
Origin

From Middle English contemplatyve, contemplatyf, from Old French contemplatif, from Latin contemplātīvus.

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