1
as in honesty
the free expression of one's true feelings and opinions
her openness was refreshing after the tiresome coyness of her friends
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as in vulnerability
the state of being left without shelter or protection against something harmful
doctors are concerned about the population's openness to the new strain of the flu virus
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Recent Examples of openness
Kennedy expressed openness to building on modest reforms that already passed the House, chiefly more money for body cameras and de-escalation training.
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David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 31 Jan. 2026
People unaccustomed to openness and government policies needed clarification about whether decisions were based on religious affiliation.
—Jacques Billeaud, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
Still, with the deadline looming, both sides signaled openness to a temporary compromise.
—Nik Popli, Time, 30 Jan. 2026
Some might find this stifling or claustrophobic, but being forced to live together day by day may also stimulate openness and mutual respect.
—Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 29 Jan. 2026
This dimension, closely related to the Big Five trait of openness to experience, determines whether you’re energized by future possibilities and theoretical concepts or by present-day practicalities and tangible realities.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Receiving the award, Khan reflected on longevity and openness.
—Lily Moayeri, Rolling Stone, 29 Jan. 2026
Some Republican senators, including John Kennedy of Louisiana and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska, have expressed an openness to splitting up the funding bills.
—Lori Comstock, The Providence Journal, 29 Jan. 2026
Curiosity, risk-taking and an openness for new voices and creative forms are qualities that Rotterdam has a strong reputation for.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 28 Jan. 2026
David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 31 Jan. 2026
People unaccustomed to openness and government policies needed clarification about whether decisions were based on religious affiliation.
—Jacques Billeaud, Los Angeles Times, 30 Jan. 2026
Still, with the deadline looming, both sides signaled openness to a temporary compromise.
—Nik Popli, Time, 30 Jan. 2026
Some might find this stifling or claustrophobic, but being forced to live together day by day may also stimulate openness and mutual respect.
—Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 29 Jan. 2026
This dimension, closely related to the Big Five trait of openness to experience, determines whether you’re energized by future possibilities and theoretical concepts or by present-day practicalities and tangible realities.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Receiving the award, Khan reflected on longevity and openness.
—Lily Moayeri, Rolling Stone, 29 Jan. 2026
Some Republican senators, including John Kennedy of Louisiana and Lisa Murkowski of Alaska, have expressed an openness to splitting up the funding bills.
—Lori Comstock, The Providence Journal, 29 Jan. 2026
Curiosity, risk-taking and an openness for new voices and creative forms are qualities that Rotterdam has a strong reputation for.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 28 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for openness
Noun
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There's an honesty in its depravity.—
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
4 Feb. 2026
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When the Penguins have been at their best this season, there’s been an honesty and a hardworking mentality to their game.—
Josh Yohe,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Yet businesses operating inside these walled gardens must accept a degree of strategic vulnerability.—
Sahar Hashmi,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Muro emphasized that these women's vulnerability reflects their job functions, not their competency as workers.—
Mary Cunningham,
CBS News,
29 Jan. 2026
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There’s a sincerity to Spider-Man 3, combined with Raimi’s still deft understanding of Peter and Mary Jane’s relationship, that this film’s devotees point to in an attempt to reclaim it.—
James Grebey,
Vulture,
31 Jan. 2026
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Doerr was known as intellectually boundless and possessed a kind of charisma that was rooted in sincerity.—
Allie Garfinkle,
Fortune,
31 Jan. 2026
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Crews are continuing to respond to the exposure, though the total number of people affected has not yet been released.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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Investors have been reducing exposure to the dollar since as early as last year, and European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde has called for the euro to take on a larger role in global finance.—
Stephanie Yang,
CNN Money,
4 Feb. 2026
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White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt brushed off those comments as an example of the president’s frankness.—
Brett Samuels,
The Hill,
8 Dec. 2025
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Their frankness and loyalty are also notable when the call is in.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
23 Nov. 2025
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Under the current setup, Amad has shown directness, assist threat and a willingness to get in behind the defence — attributes that translate well to FPL scoring.—
Abdul Rehman,
New York Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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However, treating this relationship transition with kindness, directness and respect is your responsibility.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Denver Post,
13 Jan. 2026
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WalletHub has studied deferred interest since 2012, periodically flagging retailers that offer the loans and rating their financing offers on transparency and forthrightness.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
28 Nov. 2025
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Monique’s penchant for forthrightness, almost to the point of abruptness, is what makes her reintegration to the cast fascinating already.—
Shamira Ibrahim,
Vulture,
24 Nov. 2025
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“Openness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/openness. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.
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