open-minded

American  

[oh-puhn-mahyn-did] / ˈoʊ pənˈmaɪn dɪd /

adjective

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

2. unprejudiced; unbigoted; impartial.

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open-minded British  

adjective

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

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Other Word Forms

• open-mindedly adverb
• open-mindedness noun

Etymology

Origin of open-minded

First recorded in 1820–30

Example Sentences

Despite not having had a formal education, Daniel said he and his wife, Melody, built a solid life on hard work and effort, which allowed them to be open-minded about Mia’s decision.

From Los Angeles Times

Another reason is the overall transformation in many Muslim nations, where excesses of radical rule caused widespread revulsion just as a new, more open-minded and globally connected generation grew up.

From The Wall Street Journal

In that context, maintaining an open-minded and price-driven approach remains essential.

From Barron's

“It’s just he was so open-minded and so forward-thinking, and I think he could see potential that other people couldn’t see.”

From Los Angeles Times

The book “is a comprehensive examination of the existing evidence and a plea for open-minded inquiry and rigorous research,” she wrote on Substack.

From Salon

Related Words

• approachable
• impartial
• observant
• tolerant