open-minded
adjective
open-mind·ed
ˌō-pən-ˈmīn-dəd 
: receptive to arguments or ideas
open-mindedly
adverb
open-mindedness
noun
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
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The parents of Silas’s boyfriend, the reader learns, leave their church because of its rejection of homosexuality, and join a more open-minded congregation.
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Alex Kotlowitz, The Atlantic, 29 Oct. 2025
According to Nietzel, the increase seems to be driven by a younger demographic, who are generally more open-minded and enthusiastic about treatments, and view it as a form of bonding time.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 29 Oct. 2025
Athletes were also open-minded.
—Rustin Dodd, New York Times, 23 Oct. 2025
There’s been a lot of great communication and people know to be open-minded and ready for their opportunity.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2025
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Alex Kotlowitz, The Atlantic, 29 Oct. 2025
According to Nietzel, the increase seems to be driven by a younger demographic, who are generally more open-minded and enthusiastic about treatments, and view it as a form of bonding time.
—Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 29 Oct. 2025
Athletes were also open-minded.
—Rustin Dodd, New York Times, 23 Oct. 2025
There’s been a lot of great communication and people know to be open-minded and ready for their opportunity.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for open-minded
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“Open-minded.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/open-minded. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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