mindful

adjective

mind·​ful ˈmīn(d)-fəl How to pronounce mindful (audio)
1
: bearing in mind : aware
be mindful of how you use your powerAyesha Grice
2
: inclined to be aware
a stirring and important book for all mindful AmericansNew Republic
mindfully adverb

Examples of mindful in a Sentence

a truly considerate person, always mindful of the needs of others
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If you’re tempted to try it yourself, just remember to be mindful and avoid filming other passengers or cabin crew. Isabelle Rodney, CNN Money, 20 May 2025 Encourage your team to be mindful of efficiency, even with smaller line items. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025 Wyoming’s food culture — centered around beef, bison, trout, along with gardens lovingly tended (despite the incredibly short growing season) — has continued inspiring me to become a mindful eater. Drew Ramsey, CNBC, 14 May 2025 Stay mindful of dosage and local regulations regarding outdoor cannabis use. Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 14 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for mindful

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of mindful was in the 14th century

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“Mindful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mindful. Accessed 29 May. 2025.

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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 adverb

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