receptiveness
|re-cep-tive-ness|
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/rɪˈsɛptɪvnəs/
(receptive)
open to new ideas
Etymology
Etymology Information
'receptive' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'receptivus,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'capere' meant 'to take.'
Historical Evolution
'receptivus' transformed into the French word 'réceptif,' and eventually became the modern English word 'receptive' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'capable of receiving,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'open to new ideas or suggestions.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality of being willing to consider or accept new suggestions and ideas.
Her receptiveness to feedback helped her improve quickly.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39