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- Dictionarythoughtfulness/ˈθɔːtf(ʊ)lnəs/
noun
- 1. the state of being absorbed in thought: "his face became strange with thoughtfulness"
- 2. consideration for the needs of other people: "her generosity and thoughtfulness was unbounded"
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the quality of being kind and thinking about other people's needs: I appreciate your thoughtfulness. the quality of thinking carefully about how to do something so that it is effective: It works if there's planning and thoughtfulness before the process begins. See. thoughtful. Fewer examples.
Thoughtfulness definition: the characteristic or habit of anticipating and being attentive to the needs and interests of others. See examples of THOUGHTFULNESS used in a sentence.
Someone who considers other people's feelings has the quality of thoughtfulness. It takes real thoughtfulness to comfort a friend who's recently lost his pet cat.
the state of thinking carefully about something: A steady gaze reflects thoughtfulness. the quality of being kind and thinking about other people's needs: I appreciate your thoughtfulness. the quality of thinking carefully about how to do something so that it is effective: It works if there's planning and thoughtfulness before the process begins.
Synonyms for THOUGHTFULNESS: kindness, consideration, considerateness, concern, carefulness, solicitude, lovingness, solicitousness; Antonyms of THOUGHTFULNESS: carelessness, thoughtlessness, unconcern, unkindness, inconsideration, inconsiderateness
adj. 1. a. Given to careful thought; reflective: Every thoughtful person should read the article. b. Engrossed in thought: She was thoughtful the whole way home on the bus. 2. Exhibiting or characterized by careful thought: a thoughtful essay. 3.
adjective. us / ˈθɔt·fəl / Add to word list. tending to think seriously about things: You’re looking very thoughtful – what’s on your mind? Thoughtful also means showing care and consideration in how you treat other people: "Oh, how thoughtful of you," Dina said, opening the gift.
Definition of thoughtfulness noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
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.
adjective. exhibiting or characterized by careful thought. “a thoughtful paper” synonyms: considerate. showing concern for the rights and feelings of others. bemused, deep in thought, lost, preoccupied. deeply absorbed in thought. brooding, broody, contemplative, meditative, musing, pensive, pondering, reflective, ruminative.
