Definitions for: Contemplative


[adj] persistently or morbidly thoughtful



Webster (1913) Definition: Con*tem"pla*tive, a. [F. contemplatif, L.
contemplativus.]
1. Pertaining to contemplation; addicted to, or employed in,
contemplation; meditative.

Fixed and contemplative their looks. --Denham.

2. Having the power of contemplation; as, contemplative
faculties. --Ray.


Con*tem"pla*tive, n. (R. C. Ch.)
A religious or either sex devoted to prayer and meditation,
rather than to active works of charity.

Synonyms: brooding, broody, meditative, musing, pensive, pondering, reflective, ruminative, thoughtful

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