MINDFUL Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

mindful

adjective

ˈmīn(d)-fəl

Definition of mindful

as in aware

having specified facts or feelings actively impressed on the mind a truly considerate person, always mindful of the needs of others

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Recent Examples of mindful Experts also said to pay attention to local authorities and to be mindful of any restrictions. — ABC News, 1 July 2026 Men leaders can pay attention to and be mindful of who in the workplace may be playing more of an emotional support role that falls outside their job description. — Holly Corbett, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 Everyone on the water should also be mindful of the environment this weekend, Levine Cava said. — David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026 The Illinois Department of Transportation warned drivers to be mindful of pavement failures, saying surfaces could buckle in the extreme heat. — Sam Meredith, CNBC, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for mindful

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Buckingham Palace has, however, been aware of that judgment since last Thursday.

— Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 6 July 2026
City officials were made aware of the potential dangers the fireworks were posing for the departing and arriving flights.

— Diego Mendoza, CNN Money, 5 July 2026

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