Contemplativeness: meaning, definitions and examples

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contemplativeness

 

[ ˌkɑntəmˈpleɪtɪvnəs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mental state

The quality or state of being thoughtful or reflective, often involving deep consideration or meditation.

Synonyms

meditativeness, reflectiveness, thoughtfulness

Examples of usage

  • He often retreats to the mountains for contemplativeness.
  • Her contemplativeness allows her to see things from a different perspective.
  • Contemplativeness is essential for making important decisions.
  • His contemplativeness is evident in his poetry.
  • The artist's work is filled with contemplativeness.

Translations

Translations of the word "contemplativeness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 contemplatividade

🇮🇳 चिंतनशीलता

🇩🇪 Beschaulichkeit

🇮🇩 kontemplatif

🇺🇦 споглядальність

🇵🇱 kontemplacyjność

🇯🇵 瞑想

🇫🇷 contemplativité

🇪🇸 contemplatividad

🇹🇷 tefekkür

🇰🇷 관조

🇸🇦 تأمل

🇨🇿 kontemplace

🇸🇰 kontemplatívnosť

🇨🇳 沉思

🇸🇮 kontemplacija

🇮🇸 íhugun

🇰🇿 ойлану

🇬🇪 დაკვირვება

🇦🇿 təfəkkür

🇲🇽 contemplatividad

Etymology

The word 'contemplativeness' is derived from the verb 'contemplate', which comes from the Latin word 'contemplatus', meaning 'to gaze attentively, observe'. The concept of contemplation has roots in ancient philosophy and has been explored in various religious and spiritual traditions. The focus on introspection and deep thought has been valued throughout history as a means of gaining insight and wisdom.

See also: contemplating, contemplation, contemplative, contemplatively, contemplator.