mentality

[ men-tal-i-tee ]

noun

, plural men·tal·i·ties.

1. mental capacity or endowment:

   a person of average mentality.

2. the set of one's mind; view; outlook:

   a liberal mentality.

mentality

/ mɛnˈtælɪtɪ /

noun

1. the state or quality of mental or intellectual ability
2. a way of thinking; mental inclination or character

   his weird mentality

Other Words From

• super·men·tali·ty noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of mentality¹

First recorded in 1685–95; mental ¹ + -ity

Example Sentences

"They have the mentality to compete and now the challenge for them is to stay in the squad," said Carsley.

From BBC

“It’s this sort of mentality that they better do this now, before they no longer have the option to do so,” Erwin told Salon in a phone interview.

From Salon

"I just don't think this is a healthy mentality," Kasparian complained, essentially embracing the view that the "male loneliness epidemic" is women's problem, at least in part.

From Salon

"His knowledge of playing in France helps understand the mentality of different teams around the world," Brits, who was coached by Human at the Bulls, told BBC Sport.

From BBC

Cinderella, however, ruined the coronation by proving mentality is still more valuable than money, grit can still beat greed and the magic of pixie dust should never be underestimated.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• attitude
• character
• mind
• mindset
• outlook
• personality
• psychology
• sense
• understanding