mind-set
[mahynd-set]
- an attitude, disposition, or mood.
- an intention or inclination.
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Origin of mind-set
First recorded in 1925–30
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In the mindset of the Coexist camp, those abstract beliefs have become twisted things, wrapped up with hate.
By giving an artistic veto to a madman, we submit to the mindset of a slave.
This mindset was reflected to the wider society through popular literature.
John, a former inmate who spoke with the commission, echoed this mindset.
It will likely take more than a threat from Rome to change the mindset of a mafioso.
mind-set
- the ideas and attitudes with which a person approaches a situation, esp when these are seen as being difficult to alter
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Word Origin and History for mindset
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mindset
- A fixed mental attitude or disposition that predetermines a person's responses to and interpretations of situations.
- An inclination or a habit.
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