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broad-mindedness

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broad-mind·ed (brôdmndd)
adj.
Having or characterized by tolerant or liberal views.
broad-minded·ly adv.
broad-minded·ness n.
Synonyms: broad-minded, broad, liberal, open-minded, tolerant
These adjectives mean having or showing an inclination to respect views and beliefs that differ from one's own: a broad-minded judge; showed broad sympathies; a liberal cleric; open-minded impartiality; a tolerant attitude.
Antonym: narrow-minded
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.broad-mindedness - an inclination to tolerate or overlook opposing or shocking opinions or behavior
tolerance - willingness to recognize and respect the beliefs or practices of others
narrow-mindedness, narrowness - an inclination to criticize opposing opinions or shocking behavior
Translations
broad-mindedness [ˈbrɔːdˈmaɪndɪdnɪs] N → amplitud f de criterio, tolerancia f
broad-mindedness [ˈbrɔːdˈmaɪndɪdnɪs] n → larghezza di vedute
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