Open-heartedness
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
- 1 Frankness; candor and sincerity. uncountable
"Open-heartedness is another type of openness. Participants in, for instance, paradigm dialogues should be open-hearted with regard to their reasons and motives, and also regarding the psychological, social and educational factors that may have influenced their thinking."
- 2 Generosity and kindness. uncountable
"A theme of hospitality runs through the Book — a design for open-heartedness to all people. We are to share what we have with those in need."
- 3 Receptivity. uncountable
"Where open-mindedness signals intellectual receptivity, open-heartedness emphasizes emotional receptivity. Both qualities augment human connection and understanding..."
Example
More examples"Open-heartedness is another type of openness. Participants in, for instance, paradigm dialogues should be open-hearted with regard to their reasons and motives, and also regarding the psychological, social and educational factors that may have influenced their thinking."
Etymology
From open-hearted + -ness.
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