minded

[mahyn-did]

adjective

1. having a certain kind of mind (usually used in combination).

   strong-minded.

2. inclined or disposed.

minded

/ ˈmaɪndɪd /

adjective

1. having a mind, inclination, intention, etc, as specified

   politically minded

2. ( in combination )

   money-minded

Other Word Forms

• half-minded adjective
• self-minded adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of minded¹

First recorded in 1495–1505; mind + -ed ³

Example Sentences

Hinder said Blue Labour was about promoting a "radical left-wing economic alternative" that he claimed goes down well with Reform UK voters, or those minded to back Nigel Farage's party.

From BBC

The decision to approve the expansion plan had been expected in February, but at the time, the transport secretary only said she was "minded to grant consent" for the Northern Railway planning application.

From BBC

A decision on a proposed second runway at Gatwick is expected in the coming weeks after Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander said she was "minded to approve" the expansion in February.

From BBC

And if you are minded to disagree with the great man better bring your A game.

From BBC

Instead of Spanish wine, I brought a flask of mezcal — I don’t think he would have minded the stiffer drink in this 2025.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• determined 
• inclined