Comparative form of broody; more inclined to brood, think deeply, or (of birds) sit on eggs.
From 'broody' (adjective meaning contemplative or inclined to sit on eggs) plus the comparative suffix -er. English forms comparatives by adding -er or using 'more' depending on word length and phonetics.
Behavioral scientists studying birds notice that some hens become 'broodier' than others—these birds show strong maternal instinct and will sit on eggs for weeks without eating much, a trait that breeders have actually selected for across millennia.
See 'brooded'—the comparative form maintains gendered pathologizing of contemplation.
Avoid comparative judgments of introspection by gender; use neutrally if at all.
["more reflective","more pensive","more thoughtful"]
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