noun ·5 syllables ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The state of being receptive. uncountable
2. 2
   willingness or readiness to receive (especially impressions or ideas) wordnet
3. 3
   The extent to which something is receptive. countable

   ""And our march is regulated," said Mailey. "There is a gradual release to accommodate it to the receptivity of mankind.""

Synonyms

All synonyms

acquiescenceadmissibilityalacrityaptitudeardorbrightness

Example

More examples

"What fans describe as receptivity to psychic energy is probably just indigestion."

Etymology

From receptive + -ity.

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