Pensiveness

C2 16+

Synonyms of pensiveness

Antonyms of pensiveness

Collocations of pensiveness

deep in thought
Frequency: 70 %

She sat pensively, deep in thought about her future.

introspective mood
Frequency: 60 %

His pensiveness often led him into an introspective mood.

contemplative silence
Frequency: 55 %

They sat in contemplative silence, lost in pensiveness.

reflective gaze
Frequency: 50 %

She looked at the sunset with a reflective gaze, lost in pensiveness.

melancholy demeanor
Frequency: 45 %

His pensiveness was evident in his melancholy demeanor.

Idiomatic Expressions for pensiveness

  • Phrase: pensive mood
    Meaning: a state of deep thoughtfulness or reflection
    Usage: He was in a pensive mood after receiving the news of his friend's illness.