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receptive mind

[/rɪˈsɛptɪv maɪnd/]
noun phrasepl: receptive minds
mente receptiva
1. A mind that is open to new ideas, willing to listen, and ready to accept new information or perspectives
A receptive mind is essential for learning and personal growth.
Uma mente receptiva é essencial para o aprendizado e crescimento pessoal.
2. The mental state or capacity to understand and absorb knowledge without prejudice or resistance
The teacher appreciated students with a receptive mind who engaged actively in discussions.
A professora apreciava alunos com mente receptiva que participavam ativamente das discussões.
Synonyms
open mindreceptive attitudeopen-minded approachwillingness to learn
Antonyms
closed mindstubborn attituderesistance to changenarrow-mindedness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
mente receptiva
Standard usage in both formal and informal contexts
Portugal
mente receptiva
Standard usage, sometimes also 'espírito receptivo' for a more traditional approach
São Paulo
mente aberta/receptiva
Both terms are commonly used interchangeably

Related Idioms & Phrases

with open ears and open heart
have an open mind
be all ears
estar de mente aberta
estar receptivo às ideias
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