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Term: Contemplative

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Characterized by or expressing deep thoughtfulness

Usage: She sat in the garden, lost in contemplative silence.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: A person devoted to contemplation or meditation

Usage: The monastery is home to several contemplatives who lead a life of solitude.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 2: A prayerful or meditative person

Usage: The contemplatives in the ashram spent hours in deep meditation each day.

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 2: Relating to or suitable for meditation or deep thought

Usage: The peaceful and contemplative atmosphere of the temple encouraged introspection.

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