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Synonyms
thought·ful (thôt́fəl)

adjective 

  1. Engrossed in thought; contemplative.
  2. Exhibiting or characterized by careful thought: a thoughtful essay.
  3. Having or showing heed for the well-being or happiness of others and a propensity for anticipating their needs or wishes.

derivatives

thought́ful·ly
adverb
thought́ful·ness
noun

synonyms:

thoughtful, considerate, attentive, solicitous These adjectives mean having or showing concern for the well-being of others. Although thoughtful and considerate are often used interchangeably, thoughtful implies a tendency to anticipate needs or wishes, whereas considerate stresses sensitivity to another's feelings: a thoughtful friend who brought me soup when I was sick; considerate, quiet neighbors. Attentive suggests devoted, assiduous attention: a good editor who is attentive to detail. Solicitous implies deep concern that often verges on anxiety or expresses itself in exaggerated and sometimes cloying attentiveness: was annoyed by a solicitous and meddlesome cousin.
See also: pensive