mindful

adjective

mind·​ful ˈmīn(d)-fəl How to pronounce mindful (audio)
Synonyms of mindful
1
: bearing in mind : aware
… be mindful of how you use your power.—Ayesha Grice
2
: inclined to be aware
… a stirring and important book for all mindful Americans.—New Republic
mindfully
ˈmīn(d)-fə-lē How to pronounce mindful (audio)
adverb

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a truly considerate person, always mindful of the needs of others
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Studios have contracts in place with AI protections for writers, directors and actors and are mindful about the concerns. — Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026 This is where ideas such as self-compassion and mindful awareness become particularly important. — Jennifer Donnelly, Scientific American, 30 Aug. 2026 Higgins encourages guests to stay mindful during excursions, engage respectfully with local communities, and embrace the customs and traditions that make each destination unique. — Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 29 Aug. 2026 That means being mindful of negative thoughts about body image — and redirecting them. — Margaret Cirino, NPR, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mindful

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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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“Mindful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mindful. Accessed 4 Sep. 2026.

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mindful

adjective
mind·​ful ˈmīn(d)-fəl How to pronounce mindful (audio)
: keeping in mind : aware
mindful of the time
mindfully
-fə-lē How to pronounce mindful (audio)
adverb
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