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contemplative

Syllabification: (con·tem·pla·tive)
Pronunciation: /kənˈtemplətiv/
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Definition of contemplative

adjective

  • expressing or involving prolonged thought:she regarded me with a contemplative eye
  • involving or given to deep silent prayer or religious meditation:contemplative knowledge of God

noun

  • a person whose life is devoted primarily to prayer, especially in a monastery or convent.

Derivatives

contemplatively

adverb

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