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Definition of Frame of mind
1. Noun. A temporary psychological state.
Generic synonyms: Temporary State, Mental Condition, Mental State, Psychological Condition, Psychological State
Specialized synonyms: Case, Thinking Cap
Definition of Frame of mind
1. Noun. state of mind. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Lexicographical Neighbors of Frame Of Mind
Literary usage of Frame of mind
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. An Introduction to the Principles of Morals and Legislation by Jeremy Bentham (1879)
"A t_ AT_ ^ ^ i_ j T» ij such thing as a frame of mind distinct from the frame of
body. ... A man's frame of mind may undergo very considerable alterations, ..."
2. Southern Literary Messenger (1849)
"When men in such a frame of mind meet on hostile thoughts intent, they do not
indulge in much conversation. It is not surprising therefore to find that They ..."
3. The History of the Popes: From the Close of the Middle Ages. Drawn from the by Ludwig Pastor (1908)
"... Ever since May he had been in a frame of mind hostile to the Papacy, giving
evidence of designs on Naples, and of intervention about the Duke of Urbino. ..."
4. The Universal Etymological English Dictionary:: Containing an Additional ...by Nathan Bailey by Nathan Bailey (1737)
"... an even and calm Frame of Mind and Tern «ier under Fortune, either good or
bad, £ as neither to be puffed up nor overjoyed in ..."
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