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- pronunciation:
- thawt
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
having or showing careful thought.
I just read a thoughtful book about the causes of war.- synonyms:
- serious
- antonyms:
- careless, thoughtless
- similar words:
- attentive, careful, deep, keen, profound, sober
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| definition 2: |
giving careful attention to the needs of others; considerate.
How thoughtful of you to bring me a snack!- synonyms:
- attentive, considerate, courteous, polite
- antonyms:
- inconsiderate, thoughtless
- similar words:
- careful, concerned, decent, respectful
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| related words: |
conscientious, deliberate, earnest, gentle, kind, neighborly, reasonable, sensible, solemn, understanding |
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| derivations: |
thoughtfully (adv.), thoughtfulness (n.) |
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