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RUMINATIVE

(adj.sat, adj.)

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There are 2 meanings of the word Ruminative.

Ruminative - as an adjective satellite

Deeply or seriously thoughtful

Example: "Byron lives on not only in his poetry, but also in his creation of the `byronic hero' - the persona of a brooding melancholy young man"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
brooding12broody12contemplative22meditative16musing9pensive12pondering13reflective18

Ruminative - as an adjective

Causing rumination or prone to it; thoughtful.

Example Sentences

"She had a ruminative expression on her face as she pondered the meaning of life."
"His ruminative nature led him to spend hours contemplating his past mistakes."
"The author's ruminative writing style captivated readers and made them reflect deeply."
"After the breakup, she became ruminative and constantly replayed the events in her mind."
"The quiet and ruminative atmosphere of the library encouraged deep thinking and introspection."
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Word Game Points

Is RUMINATIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ruminative is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RUMINATIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is RUMINATIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ruminative is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RUMINATIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is RUMINATIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ruminative is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RUMINATIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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