mindfulness

noun

mind·​ful·​ness ˈmīn(d)-fəl-nəs 

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

Synonyms of mindfulness

• awareness
• attention
• consciousness

Examples of mindfulness in a Sentence

his mindfulness of his limited education made him ill at ease around academics

Recent Examples on the Web

Plan low-key gatherings like a cozy dinner or weekend hike to stay socially connected, and try mindfulness practices such as meditation or deep breathing. — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026

This memory of the body’s muscle enacted in the gesture of cutting, moved from anger to mindfulness to mourning for all that was lost in that claiming of art. — Literary Hub, 21 Oct. 2026

This kind of recovery can involve DBT, a therapy that focuses on mindfulness and emotional regulation. — Jeanna Bryner, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026

While there's no denying the importance of a veggie-heavy diet and a regular exercise regimen, ample research points to the psychological benefits of both meditation and mindfulness. — Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 20 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1530, in the meaning defined at sense 1