CONTEMPLATIVE, adjective 1. Given to contemplation, or continued application of the mind to a subject; studious; thoughtful; as a contemplative philosopher, or mind. 2. Employed in study; as a contemplative life. 3. Having the appearance of study, or a studious habit; as a contemplative look. 4. Having the power of thought or meditation; as the contemplative faculty of man.
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