Antonyms for open minded


Grammar : Adj
Spell : oh-puh n-mahyn-did
Phonetic Transcription : ˈoʊ pənˈmaɪn dɪd


Definition of open minded

Origin :
  • also openminded, open minded, 1828, first recorded in Carlyle; from open (adj.) + minded. Figurative use of open (adj.) with reference to hearts, hands, etc. is from early 15c. Related: Open-mindedly; open-mindedness.
  • As in objective : adj fair, impartial
  • As in open-minded : adj receptive
  • As in permissive : adj lenient
  • As in progressive : adj liberal; growing
  • As in receptive : adj open to new ideas
  • As in revolutionary : adj new, progressive
  • As in sympathetic : adj agreeable, friendly
  • As in unbiased : adj not prejudiced
  • As in unprejudiced : adj fair
  • As in broad : adj liberal-minded
  • As in broad-minded : adj liberal
  • As in catholic : adj all-embracing, general
  • As in acceptant : adj receptive
  • As in fair-minded : adj fair
  • As in enlightened : adj informed, educated
  • As in humane : adj kind, compassionate
  • As in impartial : adj fair, unprejudiced

Synonyms for open minded

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