Contemplant

/kənˈtɛmplənt/ noun, adjective

Definition

One who contemplates; a person engaged in meditation or deep thought; alternatively, an adjective describing someone contemplative in nature.

Etymology

From Latin contemplant-, from contemplari (to contemplate). The -ant suffix creates agent nouns (those who perform actions) in both Latin and English.

Kelly Says

In religious contexts, a 'contemplant' was someone devoted to the contemplative life—it's more specific and formal than simply calling someone 'thoughtful' or 'reflective.'

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