mindset
noun
mind·set
ˈmīn(d)-ˌset 
variants
or less commonly mind-set
plural mindsets also mind-sets
1
: a mental attitude or inclination
politicians trying to determine the mindset of voters
It isn't only the freshness of the fruit that makes breakfast in California restaurants outstanding. It's an attitude, a morning mindset, a desire to start the day in a leisurely, luxurious manner.—
Jane and Michael Stern
Jane and Michael Stern2
: a fixed state of mind
His mind-set does not allow for new situations.
The German military thought they were being honorable, and this wasn't an excuse—this was their complete mindset.—William Vollman
William VollmanExamples of mindset in a Sentence
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This doesn’t mean changing your personality but rather framing your message in a way that aligns with their mindset.
—Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
Each of them allows your mind to move into a more neutral mindset, taking it away from all the stressors and negative thoughts of the day.
—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 11 Jan. 2025
The aggressive moves speak to the mindset of new receivers coach Daikiel Shorts and Holgorsen’s vision for the pass catchers.
—Mitch Sherman, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
While this makes a huge difference in cooler temperatures, keeping this mindset daily makes all the difference in makeup and skin care.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 10 Jan. 2025
Education is the backbone of society, shaping the mindsets of future leaders, influencers, scientists, artists, and entrepreneurs through a blend of skills and knowledge.
—William Jones, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
What price female solidarity and empowerment, after all, if the weapon of actualization is an abusive system, one that invariably draws Santosh into its clubby, scornful, vigilante mindset?
—Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
So go into furnishing your place with that mindset.
—Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Jan. 2025
Their accounts offer some insight into the mindset of modern slaveholders.
—Monti Datta, The Conversation, 9 Jan. 2025
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Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 11 Jan. 2025
Each of them allows your mind to move into a more neutral mindset, taking it away from all the stressors and negative thoughts of the day.
—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 11 Jan. 2025
The aggressive moves speak to the mindset of new receivers coach Daikiel Shorts and Holgorsen’s vision for the pass catchers.
—Mitch Sherman, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
While this makes a huge difference in cooler temperatures, keeping this mindset daily makes all the difference in makeup and skin care.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 10 Jan. 2025
Education is the backbone of society, shaping the mindsets of future leaders, influencers, scientists, artists, and entrepreneurs through a blend of skills and knowledge.
—William Jones, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
What price female solidarity and empowerment, after all, if the weapon of actualization is an abusive system, one that invariably draws Santosh into its clubby, scornful, vigilante mindset?
—Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025
So go into furnishing your place with that mindset.
—Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Jan. 2025
Their accounts offer some insight into the mindset of modern slaveholders.
—Monti Datta, The Conversation, 9 Jan. 2025
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“Mindset.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mindset. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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mindset
noun
mind·set
variants
also mind-set
: a mental inclination, tendency, or habit
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