Remindful: meaning, definitions and examples

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remindful

 

[ rɪˈmaɪndfəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

being aware of something

Having the quality of being aware of something or someone; attentive or mindful.

Synonyms

attentive, conscious, mindful.

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Word Description / Examples
remindful

This word is used to describe someone who is aware and keeps in mind particular details or events. It can sound a bit old-fashioned or formal.

  • She was remindful of her promise to visit her grandmother every weekend
mindful

Use this word when referring to the state of being aware or thoughtful, often used in contexts related to self-awareness, meditation, or mindfulness practices.

  • She practiced being mindful during her yoga sessions to reduce stress
attentive

Use this word when describing someone who is paying close attention to details or being considerate and thoughtful. It is often used in customer service contexts.

  • The waiter was very attentive to our needs during dinner
conscious

This word is appropriate when one is aware of their surroundings, actions, or thoughts. It often emphasizes awareness or the act of being awake, and is commonly used in health and safety contexts.

  • He became conscious of the fact that he was being watched

Examples of usage

  • He was remindful of the importance of deadlines in his work.
  • She was remindful of her responsibilities towards her family.
  • I try to be remindful of the impact of my actions on the environment.

Translations

Translations of the word "remindful" in other languages:

🇵🇹 lembrado

🇮🇳 याद रखने वाला

🇩🇪 erinnernd

🇮🇩 mengingat

🇺🇦 нагадуючий

🇵🇱 przypominający

🇯🇵 思い出させる

🇫🇷 rappelant

🇪🇸 recordatorio

🇹🇷 hatırlatıcı

🇰🇷 상기시키는

🇸🇦 مذكر

🇨🇿 připomínající

🇸🇰 pripomínajúci

🇨🇳 提醒的

🇸🇮 spominjajoč

🇮🇸 minnugur

🇰🇿 еске түсіру

🇬🇪 შეგახსენებელი

🇦🇿 xatırladan

🇲🇽 recordatorio

Etymology

The word 'remindful' is derived from the combination of two words - 'remind' and 'full'. The term originated in the late 19th century and has been used to describe someone who is attentive or mindful. The concept of being remindful is closely related to the idea of being aware of something or someone. It emphasizes the importance of staying conscious of one's actions and responsibilities.

See also: reminder.