thoughtful
pronunciation
How to pronounce thoughtful in British English:
UK [ˈθɔːtfl]
How to pronounce thoughtful in American English:
US [ˈθɔːtfl]
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- Adjective:
- having intellectual depth
- exhibiting or characterized by careful thought
- acting with or showing thought and good sense
- taking heed; giving close and thoughtful attention
- showing consideration and anticipation of needs
Word Origin
- thoughtful (adj.)
- c. 1200, "contemplative, occupied with thought," from thought + -ful. Also in Middle English, "prudent; moody, anxious." Meaning "showing consideration for others" is from 1851 (compare thoughtless.) Related: Thoughtfully; thoughtfulness.
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Example
- 1. It thoughtful of you to call me again .
- 2. Hiring from within requires a disciplined and thoughtful approach to internal interviews .
- 3. The importance of a comprehensive , thoughtful business plan cannot be overemphasized .
- 4. As well as slowing the legislative process , it often makes it more thoughtful .
- 5. But even then , the thought of a health spa voucher isn 't terribly thoughtful .