mindful

adjective

mind·​ful ˈmīn(d)-fəl 

1

: bearing in mind : aware

… be mindful of how you use your power.

—Ayesha Grice

2

: inclined to be aware

… a stirring and important book for all mindful Americans.

—New Republic

mindfully

ˈmīn(d)-fə-lē 

adverb

Synonyms of mindful

• aware

Examples of mindful in a Sentence

a truly considerate person, always mindful of the needs of others

Recent Examples on the Web

Low-tech rituals cited as popular starters include exfoliation, dry brushing, facial massage and gua sha, ear seeding and mindful meditation. — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 6 Nov. 2026

Potential buyers who want to be mindful with their pocketbooks will need new strategies in the meantime. — Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 5 Nov. 2026

During a conversation with Variety’s Senior Artisans editor Jazz Tangcay, Vermette was mindful about revealing anything too specific. — Isabelle Farina, Variety, 3 Nov. 2026

Roads could remain icy through Sunday, so be mindful of driving conditions in the Sierra into early next week. — Sean MacAday, Sacbee.com, 30 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for mindful

• unmindful

Kids Definition

mindful

adjective

mind·​ful ˈmīn(d)-fəl 

: keeping in mind : aware

mindful of the time

mindfully

-fə-lē 

adverb