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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.
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.
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.
THOUGHTFUL meaning: 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.
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. Synonyms: reflective, pensive, contemplative, meditative More Synonyms of thoughtful.
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.
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.
Definition of thoughtful adjective in Oxford Advanced American Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
THOUGHTFUL meaning: 1. quiet because you are thinking about something: 2. kind and always thinking about how you can…. Learn more.
