contemplative
Inclined to contemplateInclined to contemplate; introspective and thoughtful; meditative.
» His face looks very serious and contemplative.
Meaning
4 sensesInclined to contemplate; introspective and thoughtful; meditative.
nachdenklich, kontemplativ
Pertaining to a religious contemplative, or a contemplative religious orders, especially the Roman Catholic varieties.
Relating to, or having the power of, contemplation.
contemplative faculties
In a phase of mental activity in which one begins to recognize and acknowledge the maladaptiveness of someone's behavior (such as one's own, or that of a family member or friend); usually with reference to substance use.
- deeply or seriously thoughtful
Examples
4 sentencesHis face looks very serious and contemplative.
After finishing up at the university, he said to hell with everything and dedicated himself to a contemplative life.
The lake's stillness mirrored Gabriel's contemplative mood.
Wise, modest, contemplative, studious, never clamorous, even if a bit stubborn, he always avoided causing distress to anyone.
Translations
5 languagesBy meaning 1
Origin
From Middle English contemplatyve, contemplatyf, from Old French contemplatif, from LatinFrom Middle English contemplatyve, contemplatyf, from Old French contemplatif, from Latin contemplātīvus.
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Forms
more contemplative, most contemplative| Comparative | more contemplative Lesson |
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| Superlative | most contemplative Lesson |
regular
Synonyms
23 synonymsWord family
6 related wordsLessons for this word
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