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/ˈmaɪnd.fʊlnəs/ · mind.ful.ness
noun
  1. Awareness. Her mindfulness of the surroundings helped her navigate the dense forest.
  2. Inclination to be mindful or aware. He has a strong mindfulness of his own emotions, which helps him make better decisions.
  3. Paying attention on purpose, in the present moment, and non-judgementally. The mindfulness practice helped her reduce stress and improve her mental well-being.

Synonyms

awarenessattentivenesspresenceconcentrationmeditationcontemplationself-awarenessintention

Antonyms

mindlessnessdistractiondistractibilityabsent-mindednessneglectdisregard
Did you know? The concept of mindfulness has been practiced for over 2,500 years in Buddhism, and has recently gained popularity in Western cultures as a tool for reducing stress and improving mental well-being.

Related terms

meditationself-awarenesspresenceawarenessattentionconcentrationmindfulness meditationmindful
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026