mindfulness

noun

mind·​ful·​ness ˈmīn(d)-fəl-nəs How to pronounce mindfulness (audio)
1
: the quality or state of being mindful
2
: 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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According to the initiative’s page, River & Ember, will offer seasonal toolkits designed to help families strengthen emotional resilience through art, mindfulness, and connection. Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 16 Sep. 2025 According to the website, River & Ember will provide seasonal toolkits that help parents and children strengthen emotional resilience through art, mindfulness, and connection. Essence, 15 Sep. 2025 Consider this an opportunity to heal, rest, retreat and practice more mindfulness. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025 This can include diaphragmatic breathing, meditation, hypnosis and mindfulness. Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 12 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for mindfulness

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1530, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of mindfulness was circa 1530

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“Mindfulness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mindfulness. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.

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