thoughtfulness
2
3.8
- noun
- /ˈθɔtflnəs/
:
reflexión
- Rarely indeed can we put our thoughtfulness on hold without unduly limiting the richness of our response.
But I think they'd be very proud of the level of discourse and the thoughtfulness that goes around that conference table.
- But I think they'd be very proud of the level of discourse and the thoughtfulness that goes around that conference table.
- There is no way that I can imagine important life or death decisions being made without that kind of thoughtfulness.
- So I anyway, I I think that that, you know, it requires thoughtfulness on the press's part, but also dialogue with the government on these things.
- You are critiquing them for this kind of thoughtfulness, critical thinking, and then action and taking the initiative and being on the offense.
Examples
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Doesn't it rather show welcome diplomatic skill and strategic thoughtfulness?
Blog text (5) -
We know this sort of hard-hitting, skeptical coverage is something many of you value; the caliber and thoughtfulness of the comments section prove it.
Blog text (13) -
I so appreciate the the thoughtfulness that you put into your work, the care.
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A game that rewards thoughtfulness and reasoned choice is a rare one.
Blog text (29) -
Jed is a writer of great thoughtfulness, compassion, and conscience.
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Maddocks saw the sudden thoughtfulness in Protheroe's expression.
Fiction book (1996) -
As with any such topic, a consensus will only emerge after protracted and vigorous debate, along with quiet thoughtfulness, experience, and future discoveries.
Academic text (2003) -
The teacher guides students by using inquiry-based projects that require sustained motivation and critical thinking; she or he promotes thoughtfulness and reflection within the context of learning the content knowledge.
Academic text (2006) -
Not surprisingly, those who emphasize Posner's attributes as a scholar are less concerned with how he deals with lawyers or procedural questions in his courtroom than with his creativity, thoughtfulness, and writing style.
Academic text (1998) -
Her thoughtfulness in planning the surprise party made everyone feel special.
Synonyms
148
2.9
Careful thought or discussion before making a decision
119
3.7
Careful thought before making a decision
78
4.9
Careful and calm thought or discussion before deciding
25
4.8
Thinking about something very carefully for a long time
11
3.5
A lot of thinking and checking before you decide
5
7.4
Long, careful thinking about something
1
6.7
A careful, thoughtful, and slow way of acting or making decisions
1
9.6
Thinking carefully to understand or decide about something
1
5.9
A quiet, careful way of thinking about something
Attention to your own thoughts and feelings
Careful thought about something
A long quiet time spent thinking deeply about something
A state of being quiet and thinking deeply
Thinking carefully for a long time about something
A quiet state of deep, serious thinking
Thinking carefully about your own thoughts and feelings
Being careful and thoughtful about important things
Antonyms
How Reflective
Surface Forms
Morphology
thoughtfulness = thoughtful (transparent) = thought + ful + ness
Derived by adding '-ness' to the adjective 'thoughtful' (thought + -ful); the sense 'careful, reflective' is a direct adjectival meaning.
Etymology
Thoughtfulness comes from thought (the same root as think) with -ful and -ness, which together mean 'full of thought'. So thoughtfulness can also mean careful, deep thinking or careful consideration.