steepled
/ˈstiːpəld/
adjective
- Having the fingers of both hands touching and pointing upward, often forming a shape like a church steeple, used to show thoughtfulness or authority.
- The judge looked over his glasses with steepled hands before delivering the verdict.
- The professor sat with steepled fingers, listening carefully to the student's question.
- She leaned back in her chair, her hands steepled, as she considered the proposal.