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frame of mind

[freym uhv mahynd] / ˈfreɪm əv ˈmaɪnd /
NOUN
person's mental attitude
Synonyms
STRONGEST
disposition mindset mood state of mind temperament
WEAK
attitude constitution emotions feelings humor inner nature makeup mentality nature shape spirit spirits standing state temper temporary psychological state tone vein

Example Sentences

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However, the Nottinghamshire batter hopes placing a greater emphasis on fitness and being in the right frame of mind will prevent his international career from ending before he wants it to.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

But he said he is entering the new season in a positive frame of mind.

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026

In many ways, this frame of mind persisted, animating Updike’s astonishingly prolific literary career.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 10, 2025

But after a day or two to reflect, he had settled into a more zen frame of mind.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 19, 2025

But it was summertime, so in a drowsy, lackadaisical frame of mind, Duane followed the shoreline of the Cold, Cold Ocean, paying no attention to anything other than the sound of the gentle lapping water.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.