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Definition of pensiveness

pensiveness

/ˈpɛn.sɪv.nəs/
pen · sive · ness
Adverb:pensively
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Adjective:pensive
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pensiveness Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The state or quality of being engaged in, involving, or reflecting deep or serious thought, often tinged with wistfulness or melancholy.

Example

"A quiet pensiveness settled over the author as she looked out at the autumn rain."

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• Rhymes for pensiveness

• Nearby Words

pensionless
pensive
pensively
pensiveness
penstemon
pent
pentagon

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the adjective 'pensive' and the suffix '-ness'. 'Pensive' derives from Old French 'pensif', from 'penser' (to think), ultimately from Latin 'pensare' (to weigh carefully or consider).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pensiveness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pensiveness
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