mindful

[ mahynd-fuhl ]

adjective

1. attentive, aware, or careful (usually followed by of ):

   mindful of one's responsibilities.

2. noting or relating to the psychological technique of mindfulness:

   mindful observation of one's experiences.

mindful

/ ˈmaɪndfʊl /

adjective

1. usuallypostpositive and foll by of keeping aware; heedful

   mindful of your duties

Derived Forms

• ˈmindfully, adverb

Other Words From

• mindful·ly adverb
• mindful·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of mindful¹

First recorded in 1375–1425, mindful is from the late Middle English word mindeful. See mind, -ful

Example Sentences

“We were mindful of the fact that this has to work as a story, and it has to work for people who aren’t scholars of the Troubles.”

From Los Angeles Times

Nnadi said she thought it was "important that all bodies are represented" in fashion, adding that it was an issue she and her colleagues were mindful of.

From BBC

“So I’ve been mindful of trying to choose streets where it’s less of an issue.”

From Los Angeles Times

But she is mindful that that could change in future.

From BBC

Lawson is mindful of achieving the right tone: “We’re always walking a fine line because we don’t want her to look ridiculous.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• apprehensive
• careful
• cautious
• cognizant
• conscious
• conversant
• knowledgeable
• observant
• respectful
• solicitous
• vigilant
• wary
• watchful