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Synonyms of open-minded

19 similar words · 3 opposite words

Another word for open-minded is broad-minded. Other synonyms of open-minded are liberal, tolerant, catholic, open-handed and lenient. The opposite of open-minded is close-minded.

Synonyms and similar words for open-minded

adjectiveWilling to consider new and different concepts, ideas, or opinions.

  • acceptingCharacterized by acceptance.
  • broad-mindedHaving an open mind; tolerant of diversity; with broad views on different issues.
  • impartialTreating all parties, rivals, or disputants equally; not partial; not biased.
  • persuadableAble to be persuaded (convinced).
  • tolerantTending to permit, allow, understand, or accept something.
  • unbiased
  • understanding
  • avuncularKind, genial, benevolent, or tolerant.
  • catholicAll-embracing.
  • forbearingCharacterized by patience and indulgence; long-suffering.
  • indulgentDisposed or prone to indulge, humor, gratify, or yield to one's own or another's desires, etc., or to be compliant...
  • latitudinarianTolerant, especially of other people's religious views.
  • laissez faireAvoiding interference in other people's affairs; choosing to live and let live.
  • lenientLax; not strict; tolerant of dissent or deviation.
  • liberalWidely open to new ideas, willing to depart from established opinions or conventions; permissive.
  • open-handedFrank, honest, and tolerant.
  • permissiblePermissive.
  • permissive
  • sufferableAble to suffer, endure, or tolerate.

Opposite of open-minded

adjectiveWilling to consider new and different concepts, ideas, or opinions.

Meaning of open-minded

  1. adjective Willing to consider new and different concepts, ideas, or opinions.

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Questions about synonyms of open-minded

What is another word for open-minded?
Open-minded has 19 synonyms on Word.ws, such as broad-minded, liberal, tolerant, catholic, open-handed, lenient, indulgent and permissible.
What is the opposite of open-minded?
The opposite of open-minded is close-minded.
What does open-minded mean?
Open-minded means willing to consider new and different concepts, ideas, or opinions.

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