MENTALLY Synonyms: 148 Similar and Opposite Words

mental

adjective

ˈmen-tᵊl

Definition of mental

as in internal

of or relating to the mind a funny mental image made him laugh out loud

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as in psychotic

sometimes offensive unable to think in a clear or sensible way He's gone a bitmental after his mother died.

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Recent Examples of mental Their variety of runs and rotations are hard for any side to defend against, with the Spaniards slowly draining your physical and mental energy across the course of 90 minutes (or more). — Mark Carey, New York Times, 2 July 2026 This approach is crucial for mitigating downsides and enhancing the benefits of AI for societal mental well-being. — Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 Purpose, meaningful relationships, mental stimulation, and finding joy in everyday life can all contribute to well-being as people grow older. — Nicky Zizaza, CBS News, 1 July 2026 These holistic mental and physical wellness itineraries incorporate spa treatments and mindfulness modalities such as forest bathing and meditation, private pilates and yoga classes, and food made with organic, sustainable ingredients. — Andrew Sessa, Robb Report, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for mental

Recent Examples of Synonyms for mental

Adjective

The outcome is bound to escalate an internal Democratic debate that has been growing since Mamdani's win in New York City.

— Phillip M. Bailey, USA Today, 1 July 2026
While some attribute layoffs to post-pandemic corrections, not solely AI, the true test is whether these leaner structures can effectively foster internal leadership development.

— Cindy Rodriguez Constable, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

Definition of internal

Adjective

The defense argued that Bland had a psychotic episode due to a COVID infection.

— Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 26 June 2026
The experience in question was a psychotic break that Murray endured in 2017 after spending several months involved with a wellness cult, coming to believe herself capable of powerful healing abilities.

— Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 25 June 2026

Definition of psychotic

Adjective

For example, Fred Again is absolutely doing insane things with the MPC Lives.

— Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 30 June 2026
That dwarfs anything the powerhouse Spain teams did in the early 2010s, when the team was known for stringing together an insane number of passes that led to a goal.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 29 June 2026

Definition of insane

Adjective

However, his calm demeanor and astute in-game changes have helped the Selecao overcome deficits and build psychological resilience.

— Chris Evans, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
The mask can act as a psychological barrier too, helping the athlete overcome fears of further trauma.

— Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 5 July 2026

Definition of psychological

Adjective

Getting mad about missing out on signing Anfernee Simons won’t change that.

— Nick Friedell, New York Times, 4 July 2026
When World Cup season descends upon soccer-mad Brazil, green and yellow banners decorate restaurants, bars and apartment buildings, streets are painted with flags and soccer balls, and discussions of the beloved national team's games are ubiquitous.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 July 2026

Definition of mad

Adjective

Its compact size and functional interior and exterior pockets will make zipping through airport security or stopping for gas on road trips a breeze — no more digging through disorganized totes to locate your wallet and phone.

— Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026
Eagle and its complex history Eagle’s interior walls tell its story.

— Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 1 July 2026

Definition of interior

Adjective

Erling Haaland, Norway’s large, maniacal striker, has several exceedingly Norwegian traits.

— Zach Helfand, New Yorker, 30 June 2026
The president as a maniacal urban planner is a white-knuckle ride, with Washington — and Washingtonians — just holding on for dear life.

— Maureen Dowd, Mercury News, 23 June 2026