contemplative vs shallow

contemplative

adj
  • In a phase of mental activity in which one begins to recognize and acknowledge the maladaptiveness of someone's behavior (such as own's own, or that of a family member or friend); usually with reference to substance use. 

  • Pertaining to a religious contemplative, or a contemplative religious orders, especially the Roman Catholic varieties. 

  • Relating to, or having the power of, contemplation. 

  • Inclined to contemplate; introspective and thoughtful; meditative. 

noun
  • Someone who has dedicated themselves to religious or philosophical contemplation. 

shallow

noun
  • A costermonger's barrow. 

  • A shallow portion of an otherwise deep body of water. 

  • A fish, the rudd. 

adj
  • Not steep; close to horizontal. 

  • Not far forward, close to the net. 

  • Having little depth; significantly less deep than wide. 

  • Not intellectually deep; not penetrating deeply; simple; not wise or knowing. 

  • Concerned mainly with superficial matters. 

  • Extending not far downward. 

  • Lacking interest or substance. 

verb
  • To make or become less deep. 

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