Definitions

state of mind

[steyt uhv mahynd] / ˈsteɪt əv ˈmaɪnd /

NOUN

fettle

Synonyms

STRONG

condition order shape

WEAK

emotional state mental state sound condition

NOUN

frame of mind

Synonyms

STRONGEST

disposition mindset mood temperament

WEAK

attitude constitution emotions feelings humor inner nature makeup mentality nature shape spirit spirits standing state temper temporary psychological state tone vein

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These categories also reveal something about consumers’ state of mind and what they see as the strength in the economy.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 17, 2026

The network right now doesn’t seem to be in what you’d call a Tonys state of mind.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Harron asserts that Solanas’ actions were not the result of a brief, blind rage, but of a chronic discontent — a state of mind that looks all the more familiar two decades later.

From Salon • Apr. 29, 2026

Some, like men's alternate Kyle Waddell, likes to "just turn up, have a chat, and crack on", but others need energy plans to manage their state of mind building up to matches.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

“So do you mean that the weather’s state of mind is just our state of mind?”

From "The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage" by Philip Pullman

state of mind

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