thoughtful
[ thawt-fuhl ]
/ ˈθɔt fəl /
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adjective
showing consideration for others; considerate.
characterized by or manifesting careful thought: a thoughtful essay.
occupied with or given to thought; contemplative; meditative; reflective: in a thoughtful mood.
careful, heedful, or mindful: to be thoughtful of one's safety.
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1. Thoughtful, considerate mean taking thought for the comfort and the good of others. Thoughtful implies providing little attentions, offering services, or in some way looking out for the comfort or welfare of others: It was thoughtful of you to send the flowers. Considerate implies sparing others annoyance or discomfort, and being careful not to hurt their feelings: not considerate of his family.
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British Dictionary definitions for thoughtful
thoughtful
/ (ˈθɔːtfʊl) /
adjective
considerate in the treatment of other people
showing careful thought
pensive; reflective
Derived forms of thoughtful
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