B1 — Intermediateadjective
riflessivo
thoughtful, reflective, deliberate
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
ponderatomeditativocautoprudenterazionale
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
impulsivoavventatoirriflessivoistintivofrettoloso
Usage note
'Riflessivo' means given to reflection. 'Ponderato' implies careful weighing of options. 'Meditativo' has a more introspective, philosophical tone. 'Cauto' and 'prudente' emphasise caution. 'Razionale' focuses on reason over emotion.
Example
"Prima di decidere è sempre molto riflessivo: pesa ogni parola."
"Before deciding he is always very thoughtful: he weighs every word."
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