ruminative

== English == === Etymology === From ruminate + -ive. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈruməˌneɪdɪv/, /ˈrumənətɪv/ Hyphenation: ru‧min‧a‧tive === Adjective === ruminative (comparative more ruminative, superlative most ruminative) Causing rumination or prone to it; thoughtful. Synonyms: ruminous (rare), meditative, thoughtful, pensive, reflective Antonyms: unthinking, impulsive, careless (of an animal) Relating to or characteristic of ruminants; chewing the cud. ==== Derived terms ==== === See also ===