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Definition of mindset

mindset

/ˈmaɪnd.sɛt/
mind · set
Plural:mindsets
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• noun

1

An established set of attitudes, beliefs, or ways of thinking held by a person or group that shapes how they interpret and respond to situations.

Example

"Adopting a growth mindset helps students view difficult challenges as opportunities to learn rather than insurmountable obstacles."

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• Nearby Words

mindlessness
mindreader
mindreading
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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 20th century in psychological contexts as a compound of 'mind' (from Old English 'gemynd', meaning memory or thought) and 'set' (referring to a fixed disposition or posture).

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