MENTALITY Synonyms: 56 Similar and Opposite Words

mentality

noun

men-ˈta-lə-tē

as in sense

the ability to learn and understand or to deal with problems most teenagers do not have the mentality to foresee the consequences of such risky behavior

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Recent Examples of mentality The Dolphins have backed that mentality up by adding two punters, two kickers and two long snappers to the 90 player roster heading into next week’s start of the offseason program. —

Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2026 There's almost a 'prove-it' type of mentality. —

Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026 That mentality served Wembanyama well Monday against Chicago. —

Jeff McDonald, San Antonio Express-News, 31 Mar. 2026 This is the anti-DEI mentality gone berserk. —

Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mentality

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Noun

Often, this is a useful guideline, and limits, in general, are very much the friend of the fiction writer, but there are certain stories that benefit from a sense of instability.

— Nina Mesfin, New Yorker, 5 Apr. 2026
The vibe is certainly formal, but in the stylish sense of the word—don’t be afraid to make conversation with the friendly concierge or front desk staff.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Apr. 2026