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openness /ˈəʊp(ə)nnɪs/noun [mass noun]1Lack of restriction; accessibility: our hallmark was openness to all comers the openness of the Internet makes public debate more possible...- When the IMF demanded market openness to secure further economic aid, the nation was flooded with powdered milk and now uses it almost exclusively.
- Though considered by some to be mere tokenism, this openness to Asians has worked to the benefit of many dancers.
- Greater openness to trade has resulted in a vast increase in world exports and imports.
1.1 ( openness to) Acceptance of or receptiveness to change or new ideas: it is the openness to possibilities that creates great research total openness to all points of view...- Their openness to all kinds of influences has provided them a huge pool to tap into.
- He felt that the genius of literary artists was documented in their openness to the unusual.
- What is new, though, is developers' openness to more high-tech green options.
2Lack of secrecy or concealment; frankness: a democratic society committed to openness and transparency...- Privacy activists are concerned about the lack of openness by governments on what data the chip might contain.
- If there's anything that binds his music together it's the emotional openness of his lyrics.
- Perhaps your honesty and openness might help others to deal with their own issues and enjoy a longer life.
3The quality of not being covered with buildings or trees: the openness of the Western landscape...- The building is a good example of symmetrical balance, space and openness.
- Natural light, high ceilings, and an air of openness create generous spaces for eating, drinking, and relaxing.
- The architects have labored to create a sense of openness about the promenade.
4(In sport) a style of play characterized by action which is spread out over the field: fitness levels have evolved to increase the speed and openness of the game...- The referee seemed to be more responsive to the openness of the game, choosing to let the play flow whenever possible.
- It was a measure of the openness of the play that the action quickly reverted to the other end.
- He was unwilling to divulge details after the session, but later pointed out poor defending and the openness in his team's play.
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