like-minded

adjective

like-mind·​ed ˈlīk-ˈmīn-dəd How to pronounce like-minded (audio)
: having a like disposition or purpose : of the same mind or habit of thought
like-mindedly adverb
like-mindedness noun

Examples of like-minded in a Sentence

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The two Chicago MCs came up in the rap scene of their hometown as young teenagers and eventually formed the SAVEMONEY rap collective of like-minded local artists. — Angel Diaz, Billboard, 27 Aug. 2026 Moms for Liberty, once dedicated to electing like-minded school board members statewide, also spent the least amount of money and endorsed the fewest school board candidates this year since its formation in 2021. — Steven Walker, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 Aug. 2026 Tour companies are paying attention and offering travelers more options to explore the globe with like-minded companions — but just fewer of them. — Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2026 What began as awkward small talk with strangers quickly becomes conversations with like-minded people. — Sarah Kingdom, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for like-minded

Word History

First Known Use

1526, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of like-minded was in 1526

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“Like-minded.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/like-minded. Accessed 31 Aug. 2026.

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