Synonyms for pensive
17 synonyms for “pensive”, grouped by meaning. Dark green words mean nearly the same thing; light green ones are close in some uses.
Pensive as in “contemplative”
adjective: deeply or seriously thoughtful
- contemplative
- reflective
- musing
- meditative
- ruminative
- brooding
- thoughtful
- pondering
- introspective
- sober
- rapt
- melancholic
Pensive as in “wistful”
adjective: showing pensive sadness
- wistful
- melancholy
- dreamy
- sad
- bemused
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