Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pensive
Adjective
/ˈpɛn.sɪv/
Definition
Engaged in deep or serious thought, often in a wistful or melancholy way.
Examples
- She sat by the window with a pensive look on her face, lost in thought.
- His pensive demeanor during the meeting suggested he was troubled by something.
- After reading the letter, he became pensive and didn’t speak for a while.
Meaning
When someone is pensive, they are absorbed in their own thoughts, usually reflecting or contemplating something significant. This mood can sometimes convey sadness or nostalgia.
Synonyms
- Reflective
- Contemplative
- Thoughtful
- Wistful
- Melancholic
