contemplative (ˈkɒntɛmˌpleɪtɪv
;-təm-;kənˈtɛmplə-)
Definitions
adjective
- denoting, concerned with, or inclined to contemplation; meditative
noun
- a person dedicated to religious contemplation or to a way of life conducive to this
Alternative Forms
ˈcontemˌplatively adverb ˈcontemˌplativeness nounSynonyms
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thoughtful,
reflective,
introspective,
rapt,
meditative,
pensive,
ruminative,
in a brown study,
intent,
musing,
deep or lost in thought
Usage examples
He was brisk only on the few occasions when he wasn't contemplative , and right now he had plenty to think about.
, C B Greenfield - A Little Madness (1986)Speaking after the show, a contemplative Nic Cester told NME.
NME (New Musical Express) (2004)Although Britten's contemplative New Year Carol closed the official program, no gala is complete without encores.
The Australian (2005)But for the most part the music is gentle, contemplative and exquisitely beautiful.
Times, Sunday Times (2002)These contemplative exercises help those who are in need of a job, health, money, intelligence, or love.
, The Complete System of Chinese Self-Healing (1989)