minded
Minded (adj) means having a particular way of thinking or a particular attitude (used after a describing word, as in "open-minded"). Example: “She's a very practically minded engineer.”
How to use minded
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes what kind of mindset or attitude someone has, usually combined with another word, like "open-minded" or "business-minded".
Word forms
more minded comparative, most minded superlative
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Etymology
From mind plus the ending "-ed", forming an adjective describing someone's mental disposition.
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What does “minded” mean?
The word “minded” means having a particular way of thinking or a particular attitude (used after a describing word, as in "open-minded"). In plain terms, describes what kind of mindset or attitude someone has, usually combined with another word, like "open-minded" or "business-minded".
How do you pronounce “minded”?
“Minded” is pronounced MYN-dihd (/ˈmaɪndɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “minded” in a sentence?
Here is “minded” used in a sentence: “She's a very practically minded engineer.”
What part of speech is “minded”?
“Minded” is an adjective.
Is “minded” a common word?
“Minded” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “minded” have?
“Minded” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having a particular way of thinking or a particular attitude (used after a describing word, as in "open-minded").
How is "minded" used in words like "open-minded"?
When it follows a describing word, "minded" signals a particular way of thinking or attitude, as in open-minded, narrow-minded, or like-minded. The first word tells you the kind of mindset the person has.
Should "minded" be hyphenated in compounds?
Yes, "minded" is normally joined with a hyphen to the preceding describing word, as in strong-minded or absent-minded. The hyphen links the two parts into a single adjective.
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