thoughtfully

Definition of Thoughtfully in English :

1. thoughtfully

in a thoughtful manner

Example Sentences:
'he stared thoughtfully out the window'

2. thoughtfully

showing consideration and thoughtfulness

Example Sentences:
'he had thoughtfully brought with him some food to share'

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Thoughtfully

adjective

1.

considerate in the treatment of other people

2.

showing careful thought

3.

pensive; reflective

adjective

1.

full of thought; meditative; thinking

2.

showing or characterized by thought; serious

a thoughtful essay

3.

heedful, careful, attentive, etc.; esp., considerate of others; kind

adj.

1.

a. Given to careful thought; reflective: Every thoughtful person should read the article.

b. Engrossed in thought: She was thoughtful the whole way home on the bus.

2. Exhibiting or characterized by careful thought: a thoughtful essay.

3. Having or showing heed for the well-being or happiness of others and a propensity for anticipating their needs or wishes.