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receptivity Synonyms

Another word for receptivity

Choosing another word for receptivity depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The quality or state of being willing and able to receive and consider new ideas, suggestions, or experiences.

Usage Example

"The team's receptiveness to constructive feedback helped improve the project's outcome."

Strongest
receptiveness
open-mindedness
openness
Strong
responsiveness
amenability
willingness

• noun (Context 2)

The physiological capacity of an organism, cell, or tissue to receive and respond to external stimuli or biological signals.

Usage Example

"Hormonal changes play a crucial role in regulating endometrial sensitivity during pregnancy."

Strong
sensitivity
responsiveness
susceptibility
sensitiveness

Opposites of receptivity

The opposite of receptivity shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

closed-mindedness
narrow-mindedness
insensitivity
unresponsiveness
intolerance
resistance
unwillingness
inflexibility
See all opposites of receptivity

• Nearby Words

receptive
receptively
receptiveness
receptivity
receptor
recertification
recertify

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Receptivity. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/receptivity
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