Word
mindfulness
Phoneticsmind·ful·ness
UK/mˈaɪndfəlnəs/
Definitions
01meditative practice
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Medicine Academic
n. a mental exercise where you focus on your breathing and the present moment to feel calm.
n. a therapeutic technique or meditative practice focused on maintaining a non-judgmental state of heightened awareness of one's thoughts, emotions, or experiences on a moment-to-moment basis.
“She practices mindfulness every morning to help manage her stress at work.”
“Clinical studies suggest that regular mindfulness training can significantly reduce symptoms of anxiety by teaching patients to observe their thoughts without immediate reaction.”
Usage
Often used with the verbs 'practice' or 'cultivate'.
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02general awareness
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Formal
n. the state of being careful and aware of what is happening around you.
n. the quality or state of being conscious or aware of something; a cognitive inclination toward alertness and attention.
“The program encourages mindfulness of how our daily habits affect the environment.”
“The diplomat's mindfulness of local customs ensured that the negotiations proceeded without any cultural misunderstandings.”
Usage
Usually followed by the preposition 'of'.
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Real-World Examples
“Mindfulness practices have a positive effect on mental health, and these can prove especially helpful if you’re in your 20s or 30s .” “Mindfulness slightly reduced difficulties in highly anxious students.” Word family
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Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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