mindful

adjective

mind·​ful ˈmīn(d)-fəl How to pronounce mindful (audio)
1
: bearing in mind : aware
be mindful of how you use your powerAyesha Grice
2
: inclined to be aware
a stirring and important book for all mindful AmericansNew Republic
mindfully adverb

Examples of mindful in a Sentence

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

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of mindful was in the 14th century

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“Mindful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mindful. Accessed 26 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

mindful

adjective
mind·​ful ˈmīn(d)-fəl How to pronounce mindful (audio)
: keeping in mind : aware
mindful of the time
mindfully adverb

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