meditative
adjective
med·i·ta·tive
ˈme-də-ˌtā-tiv 
1
: marked by or conducive to meditation
2
: disposed or given to meditation
meditatively
adverb
meditativeness
noun
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I could see that she was in a meditative mood.
I've been in a meditative mood all day.
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Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 31 Jan. 2025
Archery is an ancient sport that offers very modern benefits to mental health and well-being, with meditative and mindfulness aspects that spill over and impact your everyday wellness in profound ways.
—Rona Berg, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
Polyhymnia Polyhymnia is the Muse of sacred poetry, hymns, and dance, often shown in a contemplative or meditative pose — though she is also associated with geometry and the sciences.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 20 Jan. 2025
Guests can indulge in a range of treatments, including bodywork therapy, detoxifying Himalayan salt saunas, invigorating cold plunge therapy and the immersive rain room, where the sounds of a gentle thunderstorm create a meditative escape.
—Caroline Tell, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
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meditative
adjective
med·i·ta·tive
ˈmed-ə-ˌtāt-iv
: having the habit of meditating
meditatively
adverb
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