Mind Definition

mind
noun
  1. that which is responsible for one's thoughts and feelings; the seat of the faculty of reason; "his mind wandered"; "I couldn't get his words out of my head"
  2. recall or remembrance; "it came to mind"
  3. an opinion formed by judging something; "he was reluctant to make his judgment known"; "she changed her mind"
  4. an important intellectual; "the great minds of the 17th century"
  5. attention; "don't pay him any mind"
  6. your intention; what you intend to do; "he had in mind to see his old teacher"; "the idea of the game is to capture all the pieces"
  7. knowledge and intellectual ability; "he reads to improve his mind"; "he has a keen intellect"
verb
  1. be offended or bothered by; take offense with, be bothered by; "I don't mind your behavior"
  2. be concerned with or about something or somebody
  3. be in charge of or deal with; "She takes care of all the necessary arrangements"
  4. pay close attention to; give heed to; "Heed the advice of the old men"
  5. be on one's guard; be cautious or wary about; be alert to; "Beware of telephone salesmen"
  6. keep in mind

"Mind" in song lyrics

See how mind is used in real songs:

  • "Despite what your conscience is telling your mind"
    2 Hungry Bros. present 8thW1 f/ Janelle Renee — More Go
  • "When you think of me lovin's on your mind"
    2 Live Crew — Get it Girl
  • "And do whatever comes to mind"
    2 Live Crew — C'mon Babe

Usage tips for "mind"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "mind" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for mind to find words that pair well.

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