mindset
noun
mind·set
ˈmīn(d)-ˌset 
variants
or less commonly mind-set
plural mindsets also mind-sets
1
: a mental attitude or inclination
politicians trying to determine the mindset of voters
It isn't only the freshness of the fruit that makes breakfast in California restaurants outstanding. It's an attitude, a morning mindset, a desire to start the day in a leisurely, luxurious manner.—
Jane and Michael Stern
Jane and Michael Stern2
: a fixed state of mind
His mind-set does not allow for new situations.
The German military thought they were being honorable, and this wasn't an excuse—this was their complete mindset.—William Vollman
William VollmanExamples of mindset in a Sentence
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Leaders must shift from a tech-centric mindset to a human-centric one, ensuring that AI delivers real value beyond technical achievements.
—Alex Goryachev, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
That focus on the small things dovetails with the mindsets of the two leads, who seem hopelessly unable to get out of their own heads.
—Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Mar. 2025
But can a positive mindset help alleviate these symptoms?
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
Social media has significantly encouraged America’s consumerist mindset and micro trends only aid the inexpensiveness and readily available appeal that these fast fashion businesses have.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 11 Mar. 2025
Are those with big plans and the mindset, resources and discipline to accomplish them the only ones whose lives are worth preserving?
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 11 Mar. 2025
These garments reflect the royal family’s thrifty mindset and offer a glimpse into their childhood years.
—Simon Perry, People.com, 10 Mar. 2025
Challenge the hustle culture mindset and embrace the idea that rest is productive.
—Jasmine Browley, Essence, 9 Mar. 2025
Shift your mindset from commands to conversations and try using AI to spitball new ideas for that next big project.
—Alex Fitzpatrick, Axios, 9 Mar. 2025
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Alex Goryachev, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
That focus on the small things dovetails with the mindsets of the two leads, who seem hopelessly unable to get out of their own heads.
—Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Mar. 2025
But can a positive mindset help alleviate these symptoms?
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
Social media has significantly encouraged America’s consumerist mindset and micro trends only aid the inexpensiveness and readily available appeal that these fast fashion businesses have.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 11 Mar. 2025
Are those with big plans and the mindset, resources and discipline to accomplish them the only ones whose lives are worth preserving?
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 11 Mar. 2025
These garments reflect the royal family’s thrifty mindset and offer a glimpse into their childhood years.
—Simon Perry, People.com, 10 Mar. 2025
Challenge the hustle culture mindset and embrace the idea that rest is productive.
—Jasmine Browley, Essence, 9 Mar. 2025
Shift your mindset from commands to conversations and try using AI to spitball new ideas for that next big project.
—Alex Fitzpatrick, Axios, 9 Mar. 2025
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“Mindset.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mindset. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025.
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mindset
noun
mind·set
variants
also mind-set
: a mental inclination, tendency, or habit
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