Definition of Contemplative

Con`tem´pla`tive
a.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.
n.1.(R. C. Ch.) A religious or either sex devoted to prayer and meditation, rather than to active works of charity.


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


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