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- Dictionarythoughtful/ˈθɔːtf(ʊ)l/
adjective
- 1. absorbed in or involving thought: "brows drawn together in thoughtful consideration" Similar Opposite
- 2. showing consideration for the needs of other people: "he was attentive and thoughtful" Similar Opposite
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THOUGHTFUL definition: 1. carefully considering things: 2. quiet because you are thinking about something: 3. kind and…. Learn more.
1. a. : absorbed in thought : meditative. b. : characterized by careful reasoned thinking. a thoughtful essay. 2. a. : having thoughts : heedful. became thoughtful about religion. : given to or chosen or made with heedful anticipation of the needs and wants of others. a kind and thoughtful friend. thoughtfully. ˈthȯt-fə-lē. adverb.
THOUGHTFUL meaning: 1. carefully considering things: 2. quiet because you are thinking about something: 3. kind and…. Learn more.
Definition of 'thoughtful' thoughtful. (θɔːtfʊl ) 1. adjective. If you are thoughtful, you are quiet and serious because you are thinking about something. Nancy, who had been thoughtful for some time, suddenly spoke. He was looking very thoughtful. She had a thoughtful expression on her face.
Thoughtful, considerate mean taking thought for the comfort and the good of others. Thoughtful implies providing little attentions, offering services, or in some way looking out for the comfort or welfare of others: It was thoughtful of you to send the flowers.
The adjective thoughtful describes someone who pays attention or considers others' feelings when they speak and act. If your friend is heartbroken about a recent break-up, holding off on gushing about your new love is the thoughtful thing to do.
1. a. Given to careful thought; reflective: Every thoughtful person should read the article. b. Engrossed in thought: She was thoughtful the whole way home on the bus. 2. Exhibiting or characterized by careful thought: a thoughtful essay. 3.
Definitions of 'thoughtful' 1. If you are thoughtful, you are quiet and serious because you are thinking about something. [...] 2. If you describe someone as thoughtful, you approve of them because they remember what other people want, need, or feel, and try not to upset them. [approval] [...] 3.
Definition of thoughtful adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
Showing or characterized by thought; serious. A thoughtful essay. Webster's New World. Similar definitions. Heedful, careful, attentive, etc.; esp., considerate of others; kind. Webster's New World. Having or showing heed for the well-being or happiness of others and a propensity for anticipating their needs or wishes. American Heritage.
