1
as in attentive
given to or made with heedful anticipation of the needs and happiness of others
a thoughtful offer to watch the neighbors' children on moving day a thoughtful manager who understands that people's families should be more important than their jobs
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as in deliberate
decided on as a result of careful thought
a thoughtful argument for military action
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3
as in reflective
given to or marked by long, quiet thinking
was a quiet and thoughtful child who rarely spoke but when he did, he almost always had something worthwhile to say
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Recent Examples of thoughtful
Mixing adult comedy with kid-friendly shenanigans, ghostly mayhem and even a little thoughtful spirituality ensues when four guys protect Manhattan from being toasted by an ancient demon and a kaiju-sized marshmallow guy.
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Brian Truitt, USA Today, 21 June 2025
Those who know him describe him as articulate, thoughtful and dedicated.
—Alicia Victoria Lozano, NBC news, 19 June 2025
Solitaires with subtle, thoughtful details are leading — think thin bands that let the center stone stand out, or clean bezel settings.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 18 June 2025
To make a condiment that could function like a chili oil but had the flavors of India just required some thoughtful edits.
—Ahmed Ali Akbar, Chicago Tribune, 18 June 2025
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Brian Truitt, USA Today, 21 June 2025
Those who know him describe him as articulate, thoughtful and dedicated.
—Alicia Victoria Lozano, NBC news, 19 June 2025
Solitaires with subtle, thoughtful details are leading — think thin bands that let the center stone stand out, or clean bezel settings.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 18 June 2025
To make a condiment that could function like a chili oil but had the flavors of India just required some thoughtful edits.
—Ahmed Ali Akbar, Chicago Tribune, 18 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thoughtful
Adjective
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Flight attendants working premium economy cabins seem to be allocated in numbers that allow for attentive service, without the hovering sometimes found in business class.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
18 June 2025
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While the crane parents are attentive, both of its chicks face risks.—
Anne Readel,
Smithsonian Magazine,
18 June 2025
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Not by publishing randomly, but by following a deliberate editorial calendar, revisiting your core challenges, and ensuring each new piece of content connects to the larger arc of your thought leadership story.—
Rhea Wessel,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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Amanda Edwards/WireImage Unlike luxury fashion or high-end accessories, where scarcity is often a deliberate strategy to generate buzz, products like jam and wine fall into the realm of everyday indulgences.—
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 June 2025
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Trump’s recent attitude toward TV news is reflective of that of the rest of the country, though millions are still watching Fox News.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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Xi was tougher than most, but his behavior was still reflective of the context of the times.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 June 2025
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Much like his character, Boyce is mild-mannered, kind and effortlessly funny.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
25 June 2025
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Despite the criticism, Tonn remains grateful for the support the video has brought to the dog's case, and the majority of kind comments.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 June 2025
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Read more Dua and Callum’s Couple Style Is, Like Them, Hot Turner’s low-key but considered looks are the perfect backdrop to his girlfriend’s more mercurial wardrobe.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
27 Dec. 2024
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Working from Jeff Nathanson’s screenplay, Jenkins tries to allay a clunky narrative with his intimate and considered style.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
17 Dec. 2024
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In this evocative, melancholy tale, an Italian champion racer is tasked with driving a car from Italy into Russia.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
27 June 2025
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The commercial, as many may recall, features a montage of animal clips set to the melancholy ballad.—
Marina Watts,
People.com,
26 June 2025
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At his core, Mr. Potato Head is compassionate and caring, like the lion is deep down.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
18 June 2025
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Kim was an incredibly kind, caring, charismatic and strong person.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
17 June 2025
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Yet Gomez has largely urged his flock to lead contemplative lives in the name of Jesus, Mary and the Saints, which pales to the witness practiced not just by Francis but by many in the L.A. Archdiocese itself.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2025
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His contemplative, emotionally nuanced storytelling has established him as a significant voice in contemporary Japanese cinema.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
2 May 2025
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“Thoughtful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thoughtful. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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