adj
contemplative
Contemplative (adj) means Inclined to contemplate; introspective and thoughtful; meditative.
adj
1
Inclined to contemplate; introspective and thoughtful; meditative.
2
Pertaining to a religious contemplative, or a contemplative religious orders, especially the Roman Catholic varieties.
3
Relating to, or having the power of, contemplation.
4
In a phase of mental activity in which one begins to recognize and acknowledge the maladaptiveness of someone's behavior (such as one's own, or that of a family member or friend); usually with reference to substance use.
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Etymology
From Middle English contemplatyve, contemplatyf, from Old French contemplatif, from Latin contemplātīvus.
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What is the meaning of contemplative?
"contemplative" (adj) means inclined to contemplate; introspective and thoughtful; meditative.
What are the different meanings of contemplative?
"contemplative" has 3 main meanings: 1. Inclined to contemplate; introspective and thoughtful; meditative; 2. Pertaining to a religious contemplative, or a contemplative religious orders, especially the Roman Catholic varieties; 3. Relating to, or having the power of, contemplation.