thoughtfulness (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈθɔːtfəlnəs/

Definition

The quality of being considerate and kind, often shown through careful attention to someone's needs or feelings.

Examples

• His thoughtfulness in remembering her birthday with a personalized gift was deeply appreciated.

• The nurse's thoughtfulness made the difficult hospital stay much more bearable.

• We were touched by the thoughtfulness of their offer to help with the move.

How to Use thoughtfulness

thoughtfulness of (prepositional phrase)

Indicating who is the recipient or object of the thoughtfulness. — "The thoughtfulness of his gesture surprised her."

Synonyms of thoughtfulness

Words with a similar meaning to thoughtfulness:

• kindness
• consideration
• solicitude
• benevolence

Antonyms of thoughtfulness

Words with the opposite meaning to thoughtfulness:

• selfishness
• inconsideration

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