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

• 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

As Wolf says, cannabis hospitality’s future belongs to those who serve purpose, not novelty — building a new kind of travel rooted in mindfulness, connection and place. —Javier Hasse, Forbes.com, 20 July 2025

Programs focus on self-love, mindfulness, and emotional healing, according to the center’s website. —Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 July 2025

Plus, use your stress management score, nightly sleep score, and on-wrist mindfulness sessions to monitor and improve your mental health. —PC Magazine, 14 July 2025

There’s mindfulness in many forms, from various sound baths (the sensory silk cocoon mediation was a highlight) to beginner-friendly gratitude meditations to pottery classes that take a hands-on approach to mindfulness. —Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1530, in the meaning defined at sense 1