open·ness

open·ness
/ˈoʊpənnəs/ noun [noncount]
1 : the fact of not hiding your opinions, feelings, etc.

She has been criticized for her lack of openness with the public.

2 : the quality of being willing to consider different ideas or opinions

An openness to new ideas is essential in our work.

openness of mind

3 : the state of not being surrounded or covered

the openness of the desert/plains


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