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Noun

1. 1
   The belief that one's own intelligence or psychological capabilities are able to be developed and enhanced through the learning process, rather than being stagnant or unchanging.

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mindsetstate of mind

Antonyms

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intellectual stagnationdefensivenessfear of failure

Etymology

Coined by Carol Dweck.