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
Examples of mindfulness in a Sentence
his mindfulness of his limited education made him ill at ease around academics
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John Pierce, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
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Other studies show that mindfulness can interrupt the cycle.
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John Pierce, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Aquarius is the water bearer who encourages us to take our mindfulness to the next step by taking action to spread love and compassion to others.
—Lisa Stardust, People.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Other studies show that mindfulness can interrupt the cycle.
—Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2025
Available wellness courses include restorative yoga, mat pilates, and mindfulness with a personal coach.
—Nina Patel, Travel + Leisure, 27 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for mindfulness
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“Mindfulness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mindfulness. Accessed 5 Sep. 2025.
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