open-minded
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Willing to consider new ideas; unprejudiced: Describes a person who is receptive to different opinions, perspectives, or information, without being bound by rigid preconceptions.
- Characterized by openness and tolerance: Describes an attitude or approach that is liberal, broad-minded, and impartial.
Usage
- Used to describe a person's character, attitude, or approach to situations, discussions, and learning.
- Often used in contexts involving discussion, debate, problem-solving, and personal growth.
- Can describe an environment or culture that encourages the free exchange of ideas.
Examples
- Describing a person:
- She is very open-minded and always listens to different viewpoints before making a decision.
- Being open-minded is essential for a good teacher.
- Describing an attitude or approach:
- We need an open-minded discussion about the future of our community.
- His open-minded curiosity led him to explore many different cultures.
Advanced Usage
- "to be open-minded about something": To be receptive to new ideas concerning a specific topic.
- You should try to be more open-minded about alternative medicine.
- "open-mindedness" (noun): The quality or state of being open-minded.
- Intellectual growth requires open-mindedness.
Variants and Related Words
- Broad-minded (adj): Similar to open-minded, tolerant of differing views.
- Receptive (adj): Willing to receive or accept new ideas or suggestions.
- Unbiased (adj): Showing no prejudice for or against something; impartial.
- Liberal (adj): Willing to respect or accept behavior or opinions different from one's own.
Synonyms
- Tolerant
- Unprejudiced
- Free-thinking
- Enlightened
Antonyms
- Close-minded
- Narrow-minded
- Prejudiced
- Dogmatic
Idioms and Phrases
- Keep an open mind: To avoid forming an opinion prematurely; to be willing to listen to other ideas.
- I don't agree with his plan, but I'm trying to keep an open mind.
Adjective
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ready to entertain new ideas
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an open-minded curiosity
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open-minded impartiality
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