mindfully
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Definition
Adverb: * In a careful, deliberate, and attentive manner: Performing an action with full awareness, focus, and consideration, often to avoid error or to be present in the moment.
Usage
The adverb "mindfully" describes how an action is performed. It emphasizes a quality of conscious attention and care. It is often used in contexts related to psychology, wellness, meditation, and general careful action. * It typically modifies verbs. * Common collocations include verbs like listen, eat, breathe, act, consider, and observe.
Examples
- She listened mindfully to her friend's concerns without interrupting.
- He ate his meal mindfully, savoring each flavor and texture.
- The committee considered mindfully all the evidence before making a decision.
- To reduce stress, try to breathe mindfully for a few minutes each day.
Advanced Usage
- "To do something mindfully": This is the standard construction, where "mindfully" directly describes the verb.
- He approached the delicate task mindfully.
- It can be used in contrast to doing something automatically, carelessly, or distractedly.
- Instead of scrolling through your phone, try spending that time mindfully.
Variants and Related Words
- Mindful (adjective): Being conscious or aware of something; characterized by careful thought and attention.
- Be mindful of your surroundings.
- Mindfulness (noun): The quality or state of being conscious or aware of something; a mental state achieved by focusing one's awareness on the present moment.
- Practicing mindfulness can improve mental clarity.
Synonyms
- Attentively
- Deliberately
- Consciously
- Carefully
- Intentionally
Antonyms
- Mindlessly
- Carelessly
- Unthinkingly
- Automatically
- Distractedly
Adverb
- in a careful deliberate manner