mindset
noun
mind·set
ˈmīn(d)-ˌset 
variants
or less commonly mind-set
plural mindsets also mind-sets
1
: a mental attitude or inclination
politicians trying to determine the mindset of voters
It isn't only the freshness of the fruit that makes breakfast in California restaurants outstanding. It's an attitude, a morning mindset, a desire to start the day in a leisurely, luxurious manner.—
Jane and Michael Stern
Jane and Michael Stern2
: a fixed state of mind
His mind-set does not allow for new situations.
The German military thought they were being honorable, and this wasn't an excuse—this was their complete mindset.—William Vollman
William VollmanExamples of mindset in a Sentence
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In addition to a pragmatic mindset, you’re often celebrated for having a balanced and justice-seeking approach in the workplace.
—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 1 June 2024
The presence of another human you trust can add a layer of non-judgmental perception to your environment, which eases getting into a productive mindset.
—Sarah Wright, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2024
And trying to get in that mindset of what that feels like.
—Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2024
Hustle culture affects many Latine folks due to an ingrained mindset that is common in immigrant families.
—Christina Montoya Fiedler, Parents, 29 May 2024
Who can afford to be an amateur? Prize money from World Athletics is a part of a mindset shift that officially happened in 1988, but was set in motion before that.
—Ira Porter, The Christian Science Monitor, 24 May 2024
The venture mindset leads decision makers to reject most ideas quickly to save time for the extensive due diligence that the best ideas require.
—Ilya Strebulaev and Alex Dang, TIME, 22 May 2024
By refusing to acknowledge the unique beginnings of Gen Zers’ careers (remote schooling, work, and a mindset tied to quarantine) expect company growth to stall, and even decline.
—Holger Reisinger, Fortune, 21 May 2024
Read the full Pisces Daily Horoscope Aries (March 21 - April 19)
Shifting financial mindset?
—USA TODAY, 13 May 2024
Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 1 June 2024
The presence of another human you trust can add a layer of non-judgmental perception to your environment, which eases getting into a productive mindset.
—Sarah Wright, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2024
And trying to get in that mindset of what that feels like.
—Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2024
Hustle culture affects many Latine folks due to an ingrained mindset that is common in immigrant families.
—Christina Montoya Fiedler, Parents, 29 May 2024
Who can afford to be an amateur? Prize money from World Athletics is a part of a mindset shift that officially happened in 1988, but was set in motion before that.
—Ira Porter, The Christian Science Monitor, 24 May 2024
The venture mindset leads decision makers to reject most ideas quickly to save time for the extensive due diligence that the best ideas require.
—Ilya Strebulaev and Alex Dang, TIME, 22 May 2024
By refusing to acknowledge the unique beginnings of Gen Zers’ careers (remote schooling, work, and a mindset tied to quarantine) expect company growth to stall, and even decline.
—Holger Reisinger, Fortune, 21 May 2024
Read the full Pisces Daily Horoscope Aries (March 21 - April 19)
Shifting financial mindset?
—USA TODAY, 13 May 2024
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“Mindset.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mindset. Accessed 4 Jun. 2024.
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mindset
noun
mind·set
variants
also mind-set
: a mental inclination, tendency, or habit
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