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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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The right frame of mind is more important than capital.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

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

From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026

And the recent examples of private loans held near cost that were marked down dramatically shortly thereafter might have investors in a doubtful frame of mind.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 6, 2026

"It has to be a given, because if you don't show up with that frame of mind you're on the backward step straight away," he added.

From BBC • Nov. 20, 2025

To this day, I don’t know why I was in such a complaining frame of mind, but I was.

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney