open-minded

[oh-puhn-mahyn-did]

adjective

1. having or showing a mind receptive to new ideas or arguments.

2. unprejudiced; unbigoted; impartial.

open-minded

adjective

1. having a mind receptive to new ideas, arguments, etc; unprejudiced

Other Word Forms

• open-mindedly adverb
• open-mindedness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of open-minded¹

First recorded in 1820–30

Example Sentences

So as today’s Saudi leaders modernize the economy and society, their priority is a happier, healthier, more open-minded and productive country.

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“It’s fresh air for someone of her age and power to be so open-minded and helpful.”

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And in some ways, that stability within the band — along with a supportive and open-minded fan base — is what allows the artists to explore new musical pathways with each release.

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"Many are open-minded… they can do pretty much everything."

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A spokesperson added they had "always taken an evidence-led, open-minded and transparent approach, with the shared aim of finding Jack".

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Related Words

• approachable 
• impartial 
• observant 
• tolerant