1. To answer or respond in a thoughtful, reflective, or contemplative manner, often with deliberation and deep consideration
She replied meditatively to his question, taking time to gather her thoughts before speaking.
Ela respondeu meditabundamente à sua pergunta, tomando tempo para organizar seus pensamentos antes de falar.
2. To give an answer in a calm and introspective way, suggesting inner contemplation
He replied meditatively about the meaning of life, his words carefully chosen.
Ele respondeu meditabundamente sobre o significado da vida, suas palavras cuidadosamente escolhidas.