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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To avoid these pitfalls, develop a critical mindset.
—Wayne Anderman, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
The achievements of these five entrepreneurs showcase the transformative impact of innovation, dedication, and a forward-thinking mindset.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 28 Dec. 2024
Essential to keep this mindset in the playoffs if the early success doesn’t come.
—Jeff Zrebiec, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
But smaller creators say this mindset completely leaves them out of the equation.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 26 Dec. 2024
As the New Year rolls in, many of us are looking to refresh our mindset and energy.
—Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 26 Dec. 2024
Gi-hun has definitely returned to the game with a new, more cynical mindset.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 26 Dec. 2024
The mindset driving their deliberations is a focus on results and speed.
—Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
As investigators continue to determine the motives and mindset that allegedly prompted Luigi Mangione to gun down UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York nearly three weeks ago, there is concern among some criminologists about the long-term impacts that public assassination could cause.
—Ivan Pereira, ABC News, 23 Dec. 2024
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Wayne Anderman, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
The achievements of these five entrepreneurs showcase the transformative impact of innovation, dedication, and a forward-thinking mindset.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 28 Dec. 2024
Essential to keep this mindset in the playoffs if the early success doesn’t come.
—Jeff Zrebiec, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
But smaller creators say this mindset completely leaves them out of the equation.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 26 Dec. 2024
As the New Year rolls in, many of us are looking to refresh our mindset and energy.
—Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 26 Dec. 2024
Gi-hun has definitely returned to the game with a new, more cynical mindset.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 26 Dec. 2024
The mindset driving their deliberations is a focus on results and speed.
—Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
As investigators continue to determine the motives and mindset that allegedly prompted Luigi Mangione to gun down UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York nearly three weeks ago, there is concern among some criminologists about the long-term impacts that public assassination could cause.
—Ivan Pereira, ABC News, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Mindset.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mindset. Accessed 3 Jan. 2025.
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mindset
noun
mind·set
variants
also mind-set
: a mental inclination, tendency, or habit
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