broad-mindedness
|broad-mind-ed-ness|
/ˌbrɔːdˈmaɪndɪdnəs/
open to different views
Etymology
'broad-mindedness' originates from the combination of 'broad' and 'mind,' where 'broad' meant 'wide' and 'mind' referred to 'intellect or thought.'
'broad-mindedness' evolved from the adjective 'broad-minded,' which was first used in the 19th century to describe someone with a wide range of thoughts or views.
Initially, it meant 'having a wide range of thoughts,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'being open to different opinions and beliefs.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being open to different opinions and willing to accept different behaviors or beliefs.
Her broad-mindedness allowed her to appreciate diverse cultures.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41