WordHive Learning Dictionary

Mind

noun, verb

Mind means your thinking part, or to care about something.

4 letters 1 syllable

What does Mind mean?

Mind means your thinking part, or to care about something.

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Dictionary definition

the part of a person used for thinking, feeling, remembering, and noticing; also to care about or pay attention to something.

Example sentences

Mind in a sentence

easy

A calm mind can help you focus.

medium

Do you mind if I open the window?

hard

Readers use the mind to connect clues, memories, and new ideas.

Writing practice

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Practice the meaning of Mind

Answer three quick questions about its meaning and related words.

Practice 1

What does mind mean?

Practice 2

Which word is closest in meaning to mind?

Practice 3

Which word is a helpful opposite or contrast for mind?

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Mind

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Sounds like

MYND

Listen, then repeat the word.

Synonyms

Words like Mind

thoughtan idea or act of thinking
attentioncareful noticing or focus
thinkingusing ideas and reason
Antonyms

Opposite words

bodythe physical part of a person
ignorenot pay attention to
Synonym practice

Want to practice mind synonyms in context? Try a Synonym Search question like "Her intellect helped her solve the logic puzzle," then compare close word choices. Practice mind synonyms.

Word family

Mind word family

Base word

mind

noun

minds

More than one mind, or cares about something.

verb

minded

Paid attention to or cared in the past.

verb

minding

Paying attention to or caring now.

Related words
Student support

Understand Mind

Hint for students

Mind means your thinking part, or to care about something.

Common mix-up

Mind does not always mean your thinking part. In some sentences, it means care about something.

Try it in class or at home

Write two short sentences that use mind in different ways. Underline the clue words that show which meaning is being used. Example: Do you mind if I open the window? Clue words: you, open, window. Ask: Which meaning of mind does my sentence show?

Teacher prompt

Ask students to compare meanings of mind in this model sentence: "Do you mind if I open the window?" Which meaning fits, and what context clues prove it?