contemplative

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contemplative  /kən ˈtɛm plə tɪv/ ? Meaning of "contemplative"

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Definition(s):

  1. (n) a person devoted to the contemplative life
  2. (adj) deeply or seriously thoughtful

Synonym(s)

broody, meditative, musing, pensive, pondering, reflective

Quotes

  1. "I've led a pretty fast-paced life. I've not taken a lot of time to be contemplative," Brokaw said. "But this was an opportunity that was forced on me to be that."
    on Dec 7, 2007 By: Tom Brokaw Source: The Daily News

  2. "I never think about that stuff. I never give contemplative thoughts about any of that, I always think of the here and now," Majerus said. "I think, OK, today I'm in Pittsburgh and I'm coaching."
    on Nov 9, 2007 By: Rick Majerus Source: SportingNews.com

  3. "We asked that the design should be reflective and contemplative," Scruggs said.
    on Nov 7, 2007 By: Jan Scruggs Source: AFP

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