meditative
/'meditətiv/
Definition
- Adjective:
- Characterized by or involving deep, serious thought; contemplative: Describes a state, activity, or person that is engaged in quiet, focused, and prolonged thinking, often about profound or spiritual matters.
- Indicative of such thought: Describes an appearance, atmosphere, or expression that suggests deep reflection.
Usage and Examples
- As an adjective describing a state or activity:
- She found the quiet garden to be a meditative space.
- The repetitive task of knitting had a meditative quality that calmed her mind.
- As an adjective describing a person or their expression:
- He fell into a meditative silence after hearing the news.
- Her meditative gaze was fixed on the distant mountains.
Advanced Usage
- "Meditative state": A specific condition of deep mental focus and calm, often associated with practices like meditation.
- The yoga instructor guided the class into a meditative state.
- "Meditative practice": An activity regularly performed to cultivate mindfulness and contemplation.
- For him, daily journaling became a meditative practice.
Variants and Related Words
- Meditate (verb): To engage in contemplation or reflection; to focus one's mind for a period of time.
- He likes to meditate for twenty minutes each morning.
- Meditation (noun): The act or process of meditating; a practice of focused attention.
- She attends a weekly meditation class.
- Meditatively (adverb): In a meditative manner.
- He nodded meditatively, considering the question.
Synonyms
- Contemplative: Similar in meaning, often used interchangeably, though "contemplative" can sometimes imply a more structured or religious context.
- Thoughtful: Can be a synonym but is broader and less intense; "thoughtful" can also mean considerate of others.
- Reflective: Similar, emphasizing the act of thinking back on or pondering experiences.
- Pensive: Often implies a slightly sad or dreamy quality to the deep thought.
Antonyms
- Distracted: Unable to concentrate; having one's attention diverted.
- Superficial: Concerned only with the obvious or apparent; lacking depth.
- Unthinking: Done without care or consideration.
Adjective
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deeply or seriously thoughtful;
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