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mindful

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈmaɪndfəɫ// UK //mˈaɪndfəl// mind·ful Archaic

adj. being aware of what is happening around you or inside your mind. It also means being careful to think about something before you act.

adj. conscious or aware of something; maintaining a non-judgmental state of heightened or complete awareness of one's thoughts, emotions, or experiences.


SIMPLE

Please be mindful of the step as you exit.

CONTEXTUAL

The company is increasingly mindful of its environmental impact when choosing new suppliers.

COMPLEX

Practicing being mindful during stressful situations allows individuals to observe their emotional responses without becoming overwhelmed by them, fostering a more deliberate and calm reaction.

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Etymology 1

From Middle English myndeful, myndefull, from Old English ġemyndful (“of good memory”), equivalent to mind + -ful.

Etymology 2

From mind + -ful.

Usage

Often followed by the preposition 'of'. Frequently used in both psychological contexts and general advice regarding safety or social consideration.

Pitfall

He was mindful for the rules.He was mindful of the rules.The adjective 'mindful' collocations with the preposition 'of', not 'for'.

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