MINDFUL Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

mindful

adjective

ˈmīn(d)-fəl

Definition of mindful

as in aware

having specified facts or feelings actively impressed on the mind a truly considerate person, always mindful of the needs of others

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Recent Examples of mindful In addition, the club are eager to add to their attacking strength rather than to reduce it, and are mindful that Andoni Iraola, their new head coach, has not had a chance to work with Gakpo yet. — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 5 Aug. 2026 Risks of Overwatering While deep watering helps grass seed and turf stay hydrated during hot seasons, being mindful of frequency is key. — Emily Hayes, Martha Stewart, 5 Aug. 2026 Either way, there are plenty of AI policy aspects at stake that require mindful surfacing. — Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 The retailer has taken the guesswork out of mindful shopping with its selection of classic wardrobe staples. — Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for mindful

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That secret plan, of which only a few top officials were aware, meant that the president wasn't actually on board Air Force One with the press and senior White House officials.

— ABC News, ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026
Once approved, residents within the Firewise Community area may be eligible for insurance discounts and certainly become more aware of how to prepare for a wildfire.

— Chuck Page, Mercury News, 16 Aug. 2026

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