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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Organizers are urging attendees to carefully plan travel through Northern Nevada and be mindful of communities impacted by the blaze. — James Ward, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026 Wade said the company is mindful of the affordability challenges facing its customers. — David Lyons, Sun Sentinel, 25 Aug. 2026 Loneliness influencers — especially Gen Zers — should be more mindful of how viewers perceive their online posts, according to Lane. — Amen Galinato, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026 The final two attempts were mindful of his slow start last season. — Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 23 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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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 1 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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