thoughtful

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"Yes, kind and thoughtful--thoughtful for others besides myself."

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  1. adjective Engrossed in thought; contemplative.
  2. adjective Exhibiting or characterized by careful thought: a thoughtful essay.
  3. adjective Having or showing heed for the well-being or happiness of others and a propensity for anticipating their needs or wishes.

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  1. from Middle English thoughtful, thohtful, thoʒtful; from thought + -ful.
 

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/ˈθɔtfəl/
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