Synonyms

mindset

American

[mahynd-set] / ˈmaɪndˌsɛt /

Or mind-set

noun

a fixed attitude, disposition, or mood.

His conservative mindset sometimes causes him to miss out on important opportunities.
Her judgmental mindset has cost her a number of friendships.
an intention or inclination.

I'm not sure what her mindset will be when you ask her about her plans.

Etymology

Origin of mindset

First recorded in 1905–10; mind ( def. ) + set ( def. )

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Example Sentences

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"It was really important to come into this second part of the season and have the right mindset," said Bompastor.

From BBC

The Chargers’ mindset hasn’t wavered since Week 1.

From Los Angeles Times

But “Greg Abel’s CEO tenure will benefit investors of Berkshire Hathaway due to his previous history of capital allocation success and entrepreneurial mindset.”

From The Wall Street Journal

A fixed mindset -- the belief that intelligence and ability are unchangeable traits -- is also connected to impostor feelings.

From Science Daily

“The way consumers’ mindsets are right now, we’re still dealing with inflation, with negative consumer sentiment.”

From The Wall Street Journal

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