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The definition of contemplative is being deep in thought or meditation.
Marked by meekness or modesty in behavior, attitude, or spirit; not arrogant or prideful.
Earnestly compliant in the observance of religion; reverent or devout:
Characterized by religious devotion or piety:
Of or characteristic of ascetics or asceticism; self-denying; austere
The definition of austere is someone or something that is minimalistic, something that is very somber or someone inflexible or extreme.
(By extension) Abstaining from sexual relations and pleasures.
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Inclined to self-denial; ascetic.
oblate
Having the shape of a spheroid generated by rotating an ellipse about its shorter axis.
Shut away from the world; secluded; solitary
Screened from view; sequestered:
Performed, passed, or endured alone; as, a solitary journey; a solitary life.
Furnished with cloisters.
Of, like, or characteristic of a convent
Alternative form of monastic.
Characterized by adherence to religion or a religion; devout; pious; godly
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