What is another word for pensive?
Possible synonyms include contemplative, meditative, reflective, thoughtful, wistful.
Synonyms for Pensive
Depending on context, synonyms include contemplative, meditative, reflective, thoughtful, wistful, musing.
Antonyms for Pensive
Common opposites include carefree, thoughtless, unreflective.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include musing, pondering, ruminative, meditative, contemplative, thoughtful.
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What is an antonym for pensive?
Possible antonyms include carefree, thoughtless, unreflective.
Can every synonym replace pensive?
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