like-minded

adjective

like-mind·​ed ˈlīk-ˈmīn-dəd How to pronounce like-minded (audio)
: having a like disposition or purpose : of the same mind or habit of thought
like-mindedly adverb
like-mindedness noun

Examples of like-minded in a Sentence

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Fifteen of us like-minded travelers kicked things off in Tbilisi, a capital city full of contrasts. Lori Rackl, Boston Herald, 31 May 2026 Their donations to elect like-minded officials has led to a rapid growth of states with new or expanded voucher plans, including Texas and New Hampshire. Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2026 But given the longer timeframe with the Uribe seat, Jarred Cornell, interim chair of the Orange County Democratic Party, doubted the Republican governor would pass up the chance to pick someone like-minded to fill it. Stephen Hudak, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 May 2026 Madison enjoyed football tailgates and collaborating with local companies on their digital presence, while Kylie found community in like-minded classmates who helped cultivate her passion for psychology. Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 27 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for like-minded

Word History

First Known Use

1526, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of like-minded was in 1526

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“Like-minded.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/like-minded. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.

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