broad-minded response

[/brɔːd ˈmaɪndɪd rɪˈspɒns/]
noun phrasepl: broad-minded responses
resposta de mente aberta
1. A reaction or answer that demonstrates tolerance, openness to different viewpoints, and lack of prejudice
Her broad-minded response to the controversial proposal impressed everyone in the meeting.
Sua resposta de mente aberta à proposta controversa impressionou todos na reunião.
2. An answer that shows willingness to consider alternative perspectives and accept diversity
The company's broad-minded response to workplace diversity initiatives set a new standard.
A resposta progressista da empresa às iniciativas de diversidade no trabalho estabeleceu um novo padrão.
In contemporary discourse, particularly in corporate and educational settings in both Brazil and the USA, a 'broad-minded response' is highly valued as it demonstrates emotional intelligence and cultural awareness. In Brazilian culture, this concept aligns with the value of 'jogo de cintura' (flexibility and adaptability), though it's more formal in expression. In American English, especially in professional contexts, such responses are increasingly expected in discussions about social issues and workplace dynamics.
NYC Slang
woke response / cool-headed take
Synonyms / Sinônimos
liberal responseopen-minded responsetolerant responseprogressive responseenlightened response
Antonyms / Antônimos
narrow-minded responsebigoted responseprejudiced responseclosed-minded responseintolerant response

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
resposta de mente aberta
Standard translation used throughout Brazil
Brazil - Formal
resposta liberal / resposta progressista
More formal or academic contexts
Brazil - Informal
resposta sem preconceitos
Colloquial usage emphasizing lack of prejudice
Portugal
resposta de mentalidade aberta
Portuguese variant with slight vocabulary differences

Related Words

toleranceacceptanceopen-mindednessflexibilityinclusivityliberal perspective

Related Idioms & Phrases

to think outside the box
to see eye to eye
to meet halfway
to keep an open mind
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