contemplative

The definition of contemplative is being deep in thought or meditation.

(adjective)

When you are sitting quietly and meditating on religion and life, this is an example of a time when you are contemplative.

See contemplative in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

of or inclined to contemplation; thoughtful; meditative

Origin: ME contemplatif < OFr < L contemplativus

noun

one who is dedicated to religious meditation, esp. in a religious order

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See contemplative in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Disposed to or characterized by contemplation. See Synonyms at pensive.

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