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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That shift in mindset toward profit through purpose will define our state’s economic resilience and competitive edge for decades to come.
—Ct Mirror, Hartford Courant, 2 Jan. 2026
Despite Gen Z’s war against gatekeeping information, WGSN said consumers mindsets are shifting back to exclusivity.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 2 Jan. 2026
Duwaji, though, comes from a different generation, and with that, a different political mindset.
—Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 2 Jan. 2026
This mindset, more than any specific path, is what separates those who thrive.
—Eric Simons, Fortune, 2 Jan. 2026
Mercury in Capricorn bestows a sober mindset, but try not to make your vision SO serious!
—Usa Today, USA Today, 1 Jan. 2026
Adopting a selective mindset is key and will set us all in good standing for the coming year.
—Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 1 Jan. 2026
With that mindset, consumers might choose just a few of WalletHub’s suggestions — or take on more ambitious plans.
—Sonia Osorio, Miami Herald, 31 Dec. 2025
This long-term mindset helps rich investors avoid panic selling during market drops and rewards them from the economy’s growth over time.
—Andreina Rodriguez, CNBC, 31 Dec. 2025
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Ct Mirror, Hartford Courant, 2 Jan. 2026
Despite Gen Z’s war against gatekeeping information, WGSN said consumers mindsets are shifting back to exclusivity.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 2 Jan. 2026
Duwaji, though, comes from a different generation, and with that, a different political mindset.
—Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 2 Jan. 2026
This mindset, more than any specific path, is what separates those who thrive.
—Eric Simons, Fortune, 2 Jan. 2026
Mercury in Capricorn bestows a sober mindset, but try not to make your vision SO serious!
—Usa Today, USA Today, 1 Jan. 2026
Adopting a selective mindset is key and will set us all in good standing for the coming year.
—Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 1 Jan. 2026
With that mindset, consumers might choose just a few of WalletHub’s suggestions — or take on more ambitious plans.
—Sonia Osorio, Miami Herald, 31 Dec. 2025
This long-term mindset helps rich investors avoid panic selling during market drops and rewards them from the economy’s growth over time.
—Andreina Rodriguez, CNBC, 31 Dec. 2025
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“Mindset.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mindset. Accessed 8 Jan. 2026.
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mindset
noun
mind·set
variants
also mind-set
: a mental inclination, tendency, or habit
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