What does thoughtfulness mean?
Definitions for thoughtfulness
thought·ful·ness
This dictionary definitions page includes all the possible meanings, example usage and translations of the word thoughtfulness.
Princeton's WordNet
contemplation, reflection, reflexion, rumination, musing, thoughtfulnessnoun
a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
consideration, considerateness, thoughtfulnessnoun
kind and considerate regard for others
"he showed no consideration for her feelings"
thoughtfulnessnoun
the trait of thinking carefully before acting
consideration, thoughtfulnessnoun
a considerate and thoughtful act
Wiktionary
thoughtfulnessnoun
thoughtful and considerate attention
thoughtfulnessnoun
careful deliberation before action
Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
Thoughtfulnessnoun
Etymology: from thoughtful.
ChatGPT
thoughtfulness
Thoughtfulness is the act of showing considerate attention, care and mindfulness towards others. It involves displaying kindness and making decisions while considering the feelings and needs of others. Thoughtfulness can also refer to the ability to consider matters thoroughly, carefully, and attentively. It is a deep level of engagement with one's surroundings often marked by reflection and contemplation.
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of thoughtfulness in Chaldean Numerology is: 4
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of thoughtfulness in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6
Examples of thoughtfulness in a Sentence
It was indicative of the man Dean Smith was, it's one more example of his thoughtfulness.
Gifting at its core should be about thoughtfulness, and arguably more thought is put into finding a meaningful, interesting secondhand gift for someone than just hitting the ‘buy’ button on something everyone is getting from Amazon.
I felt that acquiescing to a false claim compromised my integrity, i am pleased with the outcome and I appreciate all of the hard work of Judge Holmberg and the jury, and thank them for their thoughtfulness in handling this case.
There's no requirement that we have a vote so at this time we will not be having a vote and I'm very pleased with the thoughtfulness of our caucus with the path that we are on.
It is clear to all of us that change is needed, and we appreciate the thoughtfulness and passion which have gone into the sharing of concerns.
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Translations for thoughtfulness
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- consideraciónSpanish
- huomaavaisuusFinnish
- prévenanceFrench
- mhachnamhIrish
- komolyságHungarian
- 思いやりJapanese
- The word "thoughtfulness" can be translated to Latin as "cogitatio" or "providentia," depending on the context. If you are referring to being considerate or kind, "providentia" might be more appropriate, while "cogitatio" refers more to the act of thLatin
- ConsideraçãoPortuguese
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