meditative
UK: ˈmed.ɪ.tə.tɪv | US: ˈmed.ə.teɪ.t̬ɪv
adj. characterized by deep or focused thought; contemplative
adj. relating to or conducive to meditation
meditative = meditat<think deeply> + ive<adjective suffix>
- meditat: Derived from Latin meditari ("to think, reflect, contemplate"), from meditatus, past participle of meditari. The root medi- implies "to measure or ponder."
- ive: A suffix forming adjectives from verbs or nouns, indicating "having the nature of" (from Latin -ivus).
Etymology Origin:
The word meditative traces back to the Latin meditari, which originally meant "to measure" in a mental sense—reflecting the deliberate, measured pace of deep thought. Over time, it evolved to emphasize introspection and spiritual contemplation, particularly in practices like meditation. The suffix -ive transforms the verb into an adjective, capturing the essence of a reflective state.
She sat in a meditative pose, her eyes closed and breathing steady.
The garden’s quiet atmosphere made it a perfect meditative space.
His meditative approach to problem-solving often yielded innovative solutions.
The book encourages a meditative mindset to reduce stress.
Walking through the forest had a meditative effect on her.