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1. attentive, solicitous. Thoughtful, considerate mean taking thought for the comfort and the good of others. Thoughtful implies providing little attentions, offering services, or in some way looking out for the comfort or welfare of others: It was thoughtful of you to send the flowers. Considerate implies sparing others annoyance or discomfort, and being careful not to hurt their feelings: not considerate of his family.

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thoughtful (ˈθɔːtfʊl)

—*adj*
1.	considerate in the treatment of other people
2.	showing careful thought
3.	pensive; reflective

'thoughtfully

—*adv*

'thoughtfulness

—n

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thoughtful

c.1200, "contemplative," from thought + -ful. Also in M.E., "prudent; moody, anxious." Meaning "showing consideration for others" is from 1851. (Cf. thoughtless.)

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