Definition of THOUGHTFUL

thoughtful

Adjective Satellite

  • having intellectual depth
    • "a deeply thoughtful essay"
  • acting with or showing thought and good sense
  • considerate of the feelings or well-being of others

Adjective

  • exhibiting or characterized by careful thought
    • "a thoughtful paper"
  • taking heed; giving close and thoughtful attention

Adj

  • Demonstrating thought or careful consideration.
  • Demonstrating kindness or consideration for others.

Examples

  • Most thoughtful people eventually solve the puzzle.
  • Preparing dinner is a thoughtful gesture for a new mother.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English thoȝtful, thohtful, equivalent to thought + -ful. Compare Dutch gedachtenvol, Swedish tankfull.

Antonyms

heedless, thoughtless

Scrabble Score: 20

thoughtful: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
thoughtful: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
thoughtful: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 22

thoughtful: valid Words With Friends Word