The Mind Perception Dictionary

This dictionary captures the frequency of word use pertaining to mind perception using the LIWC software. It categorizes words and stems into the categories of overall mind, agency, experience, agent-related emotions, and patient-related emotions. To use, download the .dic file below and import into the LIWC software. For the full list of words in the dictionary, click here.

Download the Mind Perception Dictionary

Reference: Schweitzer, S., & Waytz, A. (2021). Language as a window into mind perception: How mental state language differentiates body and mind, human and nonhuman, and the self from others. Journal of Experimental Psychology: General, 150(8), 1642-1672.