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Thoughtful

//ˈθɔːtfl̩// adj

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Demonstrating thought or careful consideration.

    "Most thoughtful people eventually solve the puzzle."

  2. 2
    Demonstrating kindness or consideration for others.

    "Preparing dinner is a thoughtful gesture for a new mother."

Adjective
  1. 1
    considerate of the feelings or well-being of others wordnet
  2. 2
    taking heed; giving close and thoughtful attention wordnet
  3. 3
    having intellectual depth wordnet
  4. 4
    characterized by solemn, sincere manner wordnet
  5. 5
    exhibiting or characterized by careful thought wordnet

Etymology

From Middle English thoȝtful, thohtful, equivalent to thought + -ful. Compare Dutch gedachtenvol, Swedish tankfull.

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