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.”