frame of mind

American  

[freym uhv mahynd] / ˈfreɪm əv ˈmaɪnd /

idiom

1. a person’s mental or emotional state, often as it relates to how the person feels about or responds to a particular thing.

   At the very least, it'll put you in a better frame of mind to tackle that long to-do list.

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frame of mind More Idioms  

1. Mental or emotional attitude or mood, as in You have to be in the right frame of mind to enjoy hiking in the rain. This idiom was first recorded in 1665.

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Etymology

Origin of frame of mind

First recorded in 1710–20

Example Sentences

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frame of mind

It is all part of trying to ensure the players are in the best frame of mind to tackle the serious business of chasing World Cup success.

From BBC ● Jun. 26, 2026

It suggests, if I may be so bold, an upbeat and calm frame of mind that will stand you in good stead during this process.

From MarketWatch ● May 21, 2026

China, he said, might hope "that will put Trump and his team in a positive frame of mind when they're then discussing more complex, thornier issues".

From Barron's ● May 8, 2026

And the recent examples of private loans held near cost that were marked down dramatically shortly thereafter might have investors in a doubtful frame of mind.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 6, 2026

Us pupils walked in under this switch every blessed morning, and it was to put us in the right frame of mind for learning.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck

Related Words

• disposition
• mindset
• mood
• state of mind
• temperament