Definitions

attitude

[at-i-tood, -tyood] / ˈæt ɪˌtud, -ˌtyud /

NOUN

mental outlook

Synonyms

STRONGEST

angle approach belief demeanor mindset mood notion outlook perspective philosophy point of view position posture reaction sentiment slant stance stand standpoint temperament view viewpoint

STRONG

air disposition headset inclination leaning opinion predilection temper thinking

WEAK

frame of mind mental state school of thought vantage point way of looking way of thinking where one is at

NOUN

stance

Synonyms

STRONGEST

manner position posture stand

STRONG

aspect bearing carriage mien pose

Example Sentences

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They brought an attitude toward government and power that would strengthen conservative hierarchies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

“I think voters were looking for someone with a newer attitude towards politics.”

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

Being able to embody her, that approach and attitude towards it, is something that’s quite interesting to me.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

However, concerns over both his fitness throughout spells and his attitude were deemed enough to outweigh his obvious talent as a new-ball bowler.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

A rush of events soon changed Wilson’s attitude toward the war.

From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman

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