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

Over 29 days, WHM practitioners showed greater momentary improvements in energy, mental clarity and stress handling than a mindfulness meditation group. —Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 28 May 2026

What True Wim Hof Research Says The March 2026 Scientific Reports trial of 404 participants found WHM outperformed mindfulness meditation on energy, mental clarity and stress handling over 29 days. —Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 28 May 2026

That can include mental health and mindfulness resources, wellness education, physical activity opportunities, fitness incentives, nutritious food, water, breaks and stress-management tools. —John F. McQuillan, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026

Outside of the monastery or off the bike, Yo recommended finding small moments of mindfulness throughout the day. —James Manso, Footwear News, 26 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1530, in the meaning defined at sense 1