mind-set

NOUN

mental attitude

Synonyms

STRONGEST

attitude demeanor frame of mind inclination mental state mood perspective philosophy point of view sentiment temperament

STRONG

air approach belief character disposition opinion position stance stand standpoint view

WEAK

mental outlook way of thinking

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That mind-set differentiates the company from other tech players claiming to have moral redlines in defense and intelligence operations.

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

They are time-consuming and costly to produce, and they reinforce a short-term mind-set.

From Barron's • Nov. 26, 2025

Having played as a striker in her youth football days, the 24-year-old's impressive passing ability, sharp vision and attacking mind-set come as no surprise.

From BBC • Jul. 10, 2025

We all had this mind-set of, “We will do it any costs. We will just wait it out.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2025

Though this mind-set prevented the Indians from contributing much to geometry, it had another, unexpected effect.

From "Zero: The Biography of a Dangerous Idea" by Charles Seife

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