mentality

/mɛnˈtælɪti/

Definitions

1. noun

The mental and emotional characteristics that distinguish a person or group; attitude or disposition.

“She was known for her positive mentality and it inspired her teammates to work harder.”

2. noun

The state of mind or attitude of a person or group at a particular time or in a particular situation.

“The team’s mentality changed after they lost the first game of the tournament.”

3. noun

A way of thinking or behaving that is typical of a particular person or group; a mental or emotional attitude.

“His mentality was influenced by his childhood experiences.”

4. verb

To influence someone’s way of thinking or behaving; to change someone’s mentality.

“The coach’s speech aimed to mentality the team for the big game.”

Synonyms

  • attitude
  • disposition
  • frame of mind
  • mental state

Antonyms

  • defeatist mentality
  • negative attitude