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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.
Synonyms for THOUGHTFUL: attentive, kind, caring, respectful, considerate, gracious, generous, solicitous; Antonyms of THOUGHTFUL: thoughtless, unthinking, inconsiderate, heedless, inattentive, unkind, uncaring, inhospitable
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 meaning: 1. carefully considering things: 2. quiet because you are thinking about something: 3. kind and…. Learn more.
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.
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.
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.
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. considerate implies sparing others annoyance or discomfort, and being careful not to hurt their feelings: not considerate of his family.
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.
