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Meditativeness: meaning, definitions and examples

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meditativeness

[ ˈmɛdɪtətɪvnəs ]

Noun

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spiritual practice

The state or quality of being deeply engaged in meditation or contemplation, often leading to a sense of peace and inner calm. It involves the ability to focus the mind and achieve a sense of mindfulness.

Synonyms

contemplation, introspection, reflection.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
meditativeness	Appropriate when describing a state of engaged thoughtfulness or deep concentration, often linked to experiencing calm or tranquility. His meditativeness was apparent as he sat by the river, lost in deep thought. She practices meditativeness daily to enhance her mental well-being.
contemplation	Best suited for situations where deep, serious consideration or thoughtful observation is taking place. Often involves thinking about the meaning or purpose of something. In quiet contemplation, he pondered the choices he had made. The artist spent hours in contemplation of her latest piece.
reflection	Refers to careful thought or consideration, often after an event has occurred. Can also imply a review or assessment of past actions or experiences. After much reflection, he decided to apologize for his mistake. She wrote down her reflections on the past year in her journal.
introspection	Used when describing the act of looking inward and examining one's own thoughts, feelings, and motives. Typically a personal and somewhat private process. Through introspection, she realized her true feelings about the situation. A period of introspection often helps in understanding one's actions better.

Examples of usage

Her meditativeness was evident in the serene expression on her face.
Through regular meditation, he cultivated a sense of meditativeness that helped him cope with stress.
The meditativeness of the retreat center provided a tranquil environment for introspection.

Translations

Translations of the word "meditativeness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 meditatividade

🇮🇳 ध्यानशीलता

🇩🇪 Meditativität

🇮🇩 meditatif

🇺🇦 медитативність

🇵🇱 medytatywność

🇯🇵 瞑想性

🇫🇷 méditativité

🇪🇸 meditatividad

🇹🇷 meditatiflik

🇰🇷 명상성

🇸🇦 التأملية

🇨🇿 meditativnost

🇸🇰 meditatívnosť

🇨🇳 冥想性

🇸🇮 meditativnost

🇮🇸 hugleiðni

🇰🇿 медитация

🇬🇪 მედიტატიურობა

🇦🇿 meditativlik

🇲🇽 meditatividad

Etymology

The concept of meditativeness dates back to ancient times, with roots in various spiritual and religious traditions such as Buddhism, Hinduism, and Taoism. It emphasizes the practice of quieting the mind, focusing inward, and achieving a state of heightened awareness. Over the years, meditativeness has gained popularity in modern wellness practices as a way to reduce stress, enhance mental clarity, and promote overall well-being.