contemplative
Translation
contemplative, thoughtful, reflective
Examples
She has a very contemplative nature.
She has a very contemplative nature.
He was in a contemplative mood.
He was in a contemplative mood.
Grammar Patterns
a contemplative (noun) a thoughtful (noun) She has a contemplative nature.
in a contemplative mood in a thoughtful state of mind He was in a contemplative mood.
Similar Words
Synonyms: thoughtful, reflective, pensive, meditative
Etymology
The adjective form of 'contemplation'. The suffix '-ive' means 'having the nature of'.
Memory Tips
Someone who does a lot of 'contemplation' is 'contemplative'.