thoughtful

The definition of thoughtful is someone who is pondering or someone that shows care or sympathy for others.

(adjective)

  1. When you are considering and thinking about a complex problem, this is an example of a situation where you are thoughtful.
  2. When you bring soup to a sick friend, this is an example of a situation where you are thoughtful.

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See thoughtful in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

  1. full of thought; meditative; thinking
  2. showing or characterized by thought; serious: a thoughtful essay
  3. heedful, careful, attentive, etc.; esp., considerate of others; kind

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See thoughtful in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
  1. Engrossed in thought; contemplative.
  2. Exhibiting or characterized by careful thought: a thoughtful essay.
  3. Having or showing heed for the well-being or happiness of others and a propensity for anticipating their needs or wishes.

Related Forms:

  • thoughtˈful·ly adverb
  • thoughtˈful·ness noun

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