thoughtful
|thought-ful|
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/ˈθɔt.fəl/
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/ˈθɔːt.fəl/
careful consideration
Etymology
'thoughtful' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'þohtful,' where 'þoht' meant 'thought' and '-ful' meant 'full of.'
'þohtful' transformed into the Middle English word 'thoughtful,' and eventually became the modern English word 'thoughtful.'
Initially, it meant 'full of thought,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'considerate' and 'engaged in thought.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
showing consideration for the needs of other people.
She was very thoughtful, always remembering birthdays and anniversaries.
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Adjective 2
engaged in deep or serious thought.
He sat in a thoughtful silence, pondering the question.
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