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

Dozens of studies find that people underestimate how kind, trustworthy and open-minded others are.

From The Wall Street Journal

But I kind of just want to be open-minded and make sure I’m supporting Alex as best I can, make sure I’m keeping his head on straight, understanding everything that goes into this.”

From Seattle Times

But I also think that, under the direction of Marianne Savell, the elders often fade to the background, becoming an almost generic, old-school force for the more open-minded women in the community to push against.

From Seattle Times

He's the most open-minded, nontraditional one in his storied often stodgy family, and once he decides he wants you, he'll defend your honor, like a petite, greasy knight.

From Salon

And in turn, from the perspective of the United States and the international community, we are confirming that we are open-minded about cooperating with the global society because we see a bigger picture.

From Washington Post

Related Words

• approachable
• impartial
• observant
• tolerant