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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The girls were able to stay mindful and shake it off by executing the tactical stuff the right way. — Alex Kushel, Sun Sentinel, 28 Oct. 2026 The speech included observations that were hawkish on inflation, mindful of the real economy, and posed questions about the promise of artificial intelligence. — Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2026 The roads in this neighborhood do not get closed off for pedestrians, so be mindful when walking through the streets. — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 28 Oct. 2026 Is there anyone who should avoid (or be mindful of) protective styles? — Eden Stuart, Allure, 26 Oct. 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 Nov. 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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