openness

noun

Definition of opennessnext
1
as in honesty
the free expression of one's true feelings and opinions her openness was refreshing after the tiresome coyness of her friends

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2
as in vulnerability
the state of being left without shelter or protection against something harmful doctors are concerned about the population's openness to the new strain of the flu virus

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for openness
  1. honesty
  2. sincerity
  3. exposure
  4. directness
Noun
  • There's definitely a midwestern quality, a good, wholesome honesty that comes with her to New York.
    Rachel Elspeth Gross, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Her honesty and integrity in standing up for the citizens of San Diego can teach us all.
    U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of honesty
Noun
  • Much like the moon — which happens to be Cancer's planetary ruler — Mary has an emotional pull that stirs something deep in those around her, effortlessly drawing them into her orbit with her heartfelt sincerity and loving nature.
    Athena Sobhan, People.com, 16 Jan. 2025
  • Stiles and Carlino steer the proceedings away from melodrama and broad comedy, rooting the movie in balanced, honest sincerity.
    Courtney Howard, Variety, 16 Jan. 2025
Definition of sincerity
Noun
  • So, this was my only exposure to my newfound, idol!
    Liza Lentini, SPIN, 10 Jan. 2025
  • Argyria is often only a cosmetic condition, with few associated complications, as long as the level of silver exposure is low over time.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 10 Jan. 2025
Definition of exposure
Noun
  • There’s a directness to Jim’s music, a solidity that feels apparent from the first note.
    Giovanni Russonello, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2025
  • This easygoing directness is repeated in the interior blueprint.
    Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of directness
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