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

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It suggests, if I may be so bold, an upbeat and calm frame of mind that will stand you in good stead during this process.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

China, he said, might hope "that will put Trump and his team in a positive frame of mind when they're then discussing more complex, thornier issues".

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

Peaty believes he is in a "very good frame of mind" as he makes his return in London.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

That when in the right frame of mind, the listener can tune in to the spiritual messages stones are sending.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

One evening when I was dressing for dinner in this numbed frame of mind, an idea occurred to me, the first with any energy behind it since Finny fell from the tree.

From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles

frame of mind

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