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Definition of openness

openness

/ˈoʊ.pən.nəs/
o · pen · ness
Adverb:openly
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Adjective:open
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• noun

1

A lack of secrecy or concealment; frankness and honesty in communication or behavior.

Example

"The company fostered a culture of openness where employees felt comfortable voicing their concerns."

2

A willingness to consider new ideas, perspectives, or experiences without prejudice.

Example

"Her openness to different cultures made her an exceptional diplomat."

3

The quality or state of being physically unobstructed, unenclosed, or spacious.

Example

"Removing the interior walls gave the renovated apartment a wonderful sense of openness."

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• Nearby Words

openly
openmindedness
openmouthed
openness
opera
operability
operable

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English opennes, formed from the adjective open and the suffix -ness.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Openness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/openness
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