Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: thoughtfulness
IPA transcription: [θ'ɔtfəlnɪs]
noun meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: consideration, thoughtfulness
    Meaning: a considerate and thoughtful act
  • Synonyms: thoughtfulness
    Meaning: the trait of thinking carefully before acting
  • Synonyms: consideration, considerateness, thoughtfulness
    Meaning: kind and considerate regard for others; "he showed no consideration for her feelings"
  • Synonyms: contemplation, reflection, reflexion, rumination, musing, thoughtfulness
    Meaning: a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
Usage examples
  • A single instance of his thoughtfulness will be given.
  • To older people she seemed an especially well-mannered girl, with a delightful vein of thoughtfulness that was not too often met in young girls.
  • She dared not discuss the matter with Aunt Kate, for Nan feared to worry that good woman unnecessarily. Besides, having been used to hiding from her own mother all unpleasant things, the girl naturally displayed the same thoughtfulness for Aunt Kate.