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mindedness

/ˈmaɪn.dɪd.nəs/
mind · ed · ness
Plural:mindednesses
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Adjective:minded
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• noun

1

The state or quality of having a specified mental disposition, attitude, or inclination (usually used in combination).

Example

"A culture of civic-mindedness and mutual respect helped the neighborhood thrive."

2

In philosophy and cognitive science, the state or condition of possessing a mind, consciousness, or intentionality.

Example

"The seminar explored how language shapes human mindedness and conceptual thought."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Although occasionally used as a standalone philosophical term for consciousness or mentality, "mindedness" appears overwhelmingly in hyphenated compounds (such as "open-mindedness," "single-mindedness," or "civic-mindedness") to denote a specific mental disposition.

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• Nearby Words

mindboggling
mindbogglingly
minded
mindedness
minder
mindfuck
mindfucker

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Mindedness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/mindedness
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