OPEN-MINDED Synonyms: 65 Similar and Opposite Words

open-minded

adjective

ˌō-pən-ˈmīn-dəd

Definition of open-minded

as in open

willing to consider new or different ideas all I ask is that you try to be open-minded when we present our suggestions

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as in liberal

not bound by traditional ways or beliefs younger people are often more open-minded on social and political issues

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Recent Examples of open-minded As long as these discussions remain respectful and open-minded, a festival has to be the platform for such debate and dialog. — Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 3 July 2026 Fed Chair Kevin Warsh said inflation remains too elevated even as Fed officials have become more open-minded about AI and its implications for being deflationary. — Jeff Cox, CNBC, 1 July 2026 So a few years ago, Torres-Tamayo and her colleagues decided to take a new set of measurements with a more open-minded approach. — Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 29 June 2026 Instead, focus on being a more flexible, more open-minded parent. — Sherri Gordon, Parents, 20 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for open-minded

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Adjective

Kappel said the hall will be open to organizations in the community and the public for planning events, including musical programs, conferences, films, and lectures, as well as to business leaders who may want to host corporate events there.

— Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 10 July 2026
Owners who live close to a quality shop, have open schedules and don’t mind handling drop-offs and pickups may find the traditional route just as effective at a lower price.

— Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026

Definition of open

Adjective

The greens are small targets, but the surfaces are kept soft and receptive, to suit less experienced golfers.

— Barbara Ellis, Denver Post, 7 July 2026
Consumers, meanwhile, appear increasingly receptive to exactly this kind of physical immersion, particularly as digital fatigue intensifies.

— Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026

Definition of receptive

Adjective

In the Green New Deal discussion, though, this hypothetical meat ban effectively functioned as metaphorical shortcut for progressive political overreach.

— David Rooney, The Conversation, 10 July 2026
By the early 1990s, Eugene had earned itself a reputation as a beacon of progressive-minded irreverence, drawing a pungent mix of weirdos, iconoclasts, and freethinkers.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 July 2026

Definition of progressive

Adjective

Michael Landon’s long-running TV adaptation, which premiered in 1974, transformed Little House into comfort food, broad-minded but schmaltzy.

— Judy Berman, Time, 9 July 2026
Liberal means generous, broad-minded, tolerant, worldly, seeking acculturation and education, and using government to aid collective human flourishing.

— Harper’s Magazine, Harpers Magazine, 16 July 2025

Definition of broad-minded

Adjective

Once regarded as one of baseball's better outfield prospects, Cameron has now taken an unconventional route back toward the majors.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Your 9th House of Higher Learning activates as the Moon conjoins unconventional Uranus there, inviting you to widen your view and experiment with a different path.

— Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 11 July 2026

Definition of unconventional

Adjective

While newer schools featured modern amenities, Windsor Middle had largely remained unchanged.

— Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 14 July 2026
The old supermarket-style, functional interiors are gone, and in their place are sleek architectural details, a scattering of midcentury modern furniture and colorful LED screens broadcasting the M&S seasonal campaigns.

— Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 13 July 2026

Definition of modern

Adjective

But Democratic leaders fear that the insurgent candidates risk blowing winnable races for Democrats with messages considered too radical for most voters.

— ABC News, ABC News, 13 July 2026
The lightweight formula is 95% naturally derived, blending vitamin E with antioxidant-rich apricot for hydration and free-radical protection.

— Deanna Pai, Vogue, 10 July 2026

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