MINDFULNESS Synonyms: 34 Similar and Opposite Words

mindfulness

noun

ˈmīn(d)-fəl-nəs

Definition of mindfulness

as in awareness

a state of being aware his mindfulness of his limited education made him ill at ease around academics

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Recent Examples of mindfulness 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 August is National Wellness Month, and mental health experts are encouraging people to prioritize healthy habits like getting enough sleep, staying active, practicing mindfulness, and making time for preventive care. — Najahe Sherman, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026 Medical treatments, especially those as complex as stem cell therapy, demand mindfulness and understanding from those administering them. — Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 29 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for mindfulness

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Noun

Yandel is recognized for his support of community and educational initiatives, mental health awareness and emerging Latino talent.

— Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 31 Aug. 2026
But even her awareness can’t be constant, as shown by a scene that played out just this summer.

— Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of awareness

Noun

The Moon enters Aries and your 10th House of Career, Reputation, and Responsibility, putting attention on your public role, work, leadership, or visible commitments.

— Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Aug. 2026
Finally, markets this week paid close attention to news of the passing of former Federal Reserve Chair Alan Greenspan.

— , CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of attention

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The phenomenon happens so often that some researchers say there is a growing body of evidence that consciousness continues at some level, for at least some period, after the body has died.

— Michael Collins, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026
The media campaign elevated Trayvon’s death in the nation’s consciousness; a special prosecutor was appointed to oversee the case, and Zimmerman was indicted and arrested.

— Ryan Young, CNN Money, 30 Aug. 2026

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