idiom

Mind Over Matter

mynd OH-ver MAT-er

/maɪnd ˈoʊvər ˈmætər/

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Syllable breakdown

mindovermatter

Dictionary meaning

The use of willpower, mental discipline, or psychological determination to overcome physical pain, hardship, or other obstacles; the belief that the power of the mind can supersede physical limitations.

Examples

She completed the marathon despite a blistered ankle through pure mind over matter.
The philosophy of many elite athletes is that performance is 90% mind over matter.

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