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pensive

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pensive

(adjective)

Meaning

engaged in deep or serious thought

Example

"She sat by the window, pensive, contemplating her plans for the future."

Synonyms

thoughtfulreflectivecontemplative

Antonyms

cheerfulunconcernedcarefree

More about this word

Word origin
From Latin 'pensare', meaning to weigh or consider.

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