mindfulness

noun

mind·ful·ness ˈmīn(d)-fəl-nəs

Synonyms of mindfulness

: the quality or state of being mindful

: the practice of maintaining a nonjudgmental state of heightened or complete awareness of one's thoughts, emotions, or experiences on a moment-to-moment basis

also : such a state of awareness

Examples of mindfulness in a Sentence

his mindfulness of his limited education made him ill at ease around academics

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For some people, managing anxiety means more than learning breathing exercises or practicing mindfulness. — Mary Caldwell, AJC.com, 24 Aug. 2026 Don’t Forget About Mindfulness In the same way adults practice mindfulness, teens can do so as well. — Parents, 24 Aug. 2026 Partnering with Natura Bissé, their spa focuses on advanced skincare and outdoor activities like beach mindfulness and yoga. — Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026 Berlin said patients also participate in mindfulness, which is integral for healing. — Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mindfulness

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1530, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of mindfulness was circa 1530

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mindfulness

noun

Synonyms of mindfulness

Examples of mindfulness in a Sentence

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