open-minded

adjective

open-mind·​ed ˌō-pən-ˈmīn-dəd 

: receptive to arguments or ideas

open-mindedly adverb

open-mindedness noun

Synonyms of open-minded

• open
• receptive
• broad-minded

Examples of open-minded in a Sentence

all I ask is that you try to be open-minded when we present our suggestions

younger people are often more open-minded on social and political issues

Recent Examples on the Web

Becoming more open-minded instead of nitpicking other people’s posts all the time can be beneficial for you, too. — Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 16 July 2026

When asked about his future in pro basketball, Toohey opted to remain optimistic but also open-minded about the next chapter of his career. — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 15 July 2026

This plurality of approaches reflects an open-minded, open-hearted ethos. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 July 2026

San Francisco probably prefers to move some of its more cumbersome contracts, but Casey Schmitt and Heliot Ramos could be good fits in Cleveland if Buster Posey is open-minded. — Zack Meisel, New York Times, 9 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1748, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for open-minded

• feebleminded
• masterminded
• blinded
• minded
• reminded

Kids Definition

open-minded

adjective

open-mind·​ed

ˌō-pən-ˈmīn-dəd

: open to arguments or ideas : not prejudiced

open-mindedly adverb

open-mindedness noun