Contemplative definition

kən-tĕmplə-tĭv, kŏntəm-plā-

A person given to contemplation.

noun

Of or inclined to contemplation; thoughtful; meditative.

adjective

Disposed to or characterized by contemplation.

adjective

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

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

adjective

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

noun

adjective

Pertaining especially to a contemplative Roman Catholic religious or one of the contemplative Roman Catholic religious orders.

adjective

Relating to, or having the power of, contemplation.

Contemplative faculties.

adjective

Someone who has dedicated themselves to religious contemplation.

noun

A member of a religious order that emphasizes meditation.

noun

Other Word Forms

Singular:

contemplative

Plural:

contemplatives

From Old French contemplatif, from the participle stem of Latin contemplāre.

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