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Definition of thoughtful adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

thoughtful

adjective
 
/ˈθɔːtfl/
 
/ˈθɔːtfl/
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  1. quiet, because you are thinking
    • He looked thoughtful.
    • They sat in thoughtful silence.
    Extra Examples
    • She had a rather thoughtful expression on her face.
    • She was quieter and more thoughtful than usual.
  2. (approving) showing that you think about and care for other people synonym considerate, kind
    • The hotel manager was very kind and thoughtful.
    • it is thoughtful (of somebody) (to do something) It was very thoughtful of you to send the flowers.
    Extra Examples
    • Some thoughtful person had left out towels, soap and shampoo in our rooms.
    • She seems thoughtful and considerate.
    • It was a very thoughtful way of showing their appreciation.
    Topics Personal qualitiesc1
  3. showing signs of careful thought
    • a player who has a thoughtful approach to the game
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