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(oʊpən)
Word forms: 3rd person singular presenttense opens, present participle opening, past tense, past participle opened
1. verb
If you open something such as a door, window, or lid, or if it opens, its position is changed so that it no longer covers a hole or gap.
He opened the window and looked out. [VERB noun]
The church doors would open and the crowd would surge out. [VERB]
Synonyms: unfasten, unlock, unclasp, throw wide More Synonyms of open
Open is also an adjective.
...an open window.
A door had been forced open.
2. verb
If you open something such as a bottle, box, parcel, or envelope, you move, remove, or cut part of it so you can take out what is inside.
The Inspector opened the suitcase. [VERB noun]
The capsules are fiddly to open. [VERB noun]
Synonyms: unwrap, uncover, undo, unravel More Synonyms of open
Open is also an adjective.
...an open bottle of milk.
I tore the letter open.
Open up means the same as open.
He opened up a cage and lifted out a 6ft python. [VERB PARTICLE noun]
[Also VERB noun PARTICLE]
3. verb
If you open something such as a book, an umbrella, or your hand, or if it opens, the different parts of it move away from each other so that the inside of it canbe seen.
He opened the heavy Bible. [VERB noun]
She opens her umbrella, and walks up River Street. [VERB noun]
The flower opens to reveal a Queen Bee. [VERB]
The officer's mouth opened, showing white, even teeth. [VERB]
Open is also an adjective.
Without warning, Bardo smacked his fist into his open hand.
His mouth was a little open, as if he'd started to scream.
Open out means the same as open.
Keith took a map from the dashboard and opened it out on his knees. [VERB noun PARTICLE]
...oval tables which open out to become circular. [VERB PARTICLE]
[Also VERB PARTICLE noun]
4. verb
If you open a computer file, you give the computer an instruction to display it on the screen.
[computing]
Double click on the icon to open the file. [VERB noun]
5. verb
When you open your eyes or your eyes open, you move your eyelids upwards, for example when you wake up, so that you can see.
When I opened my eyes I saw a man with an axe standing at the end of my bed. [VERB noun]
His eyes were opening wide. [VERB]
Open is also an adjective.
As soon as he saw that her eyes were open, he sat up.
6. verb
If you open your arms, you stretch them wide apart in front of you, usually in order to put themround someone.
She opened her arms and gave me a big hug. [VERB noun]
7. graded adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]
If you stand or sit in an open way, the front of your body is fully exposed and you are not bending forward or atan angle to someone.
Good listeners even sit in an open way: relaxed, arms loose.
I play normal bunker shots with an open stance.
8. adjective
If you describe a person or their character as open, you mean they are honest and do not want or try to hide anything or to deceive anyone.
He had always been open with her and she always felt she would know if he lied. [+ with]
She has an open, trusting nature.
Synonyms: frank, direct, natural, plain More Synonyms of open
openness uncountable noun
...a relationship based on honesty and openness.
Synonyms: frankness, honesty, truthfulness, naturalness More Synonyms of open
9. adjective [ADJECTIVE noun]
If you describe a situation, attitude, or way of behaving as open, you mean it is not kept hidden or secret.
The action is an open violation of the Vienna Convention.
Hearing the case in open court is only one part of the judicial process.
openness uncountable noun
...the new climate of political openness.
10. adjective
If you are open to suggestions or ideas, you are ready and willing to consider or accept them.
They are open to suggestions on how working conditions might be improved. [+ to]
11. adjective
If you say that a system, person, or idea is open to something such as abuse or criticism, you mean they might receive abuse or criticism because of their qualities, effects, or actions.
The system, though well-meaning, is open to abuse. [+ to]
They left themselves wide open to accusations of double standards and hypocrisy.
Synonyms: susceptible, subject, exposed, vulnerable More Synonyms of open
12. adjective
If you say that a fact or question is open to debate, interpretation, or discussion, you mean that people are uncertain whether it is true, what it means, or what the answer is.
The truth of the facts produced may be open to doubt.
It is an open question how long that commitment can last.
Synonyms: unresolved, doubtful, unsettled, unanswered More Synonyms of open
13. verb
If people open something such as a blocked road or a border, or if it opens, people can then pass along it or through it.
The rebels have opened the road from Monrovia to the Ivory Coast. [VERB noun]
The solid rank of police officers lining the courtroom opened to let them pass. [VERB]
Open is also an adjective.
We were part of an entire regiment that had nothing else to do but to keep that highwayopen.
Open up means the same as open.
Can we get the fencing removed and open up the road again? [VERB PARTICLE noun]
When the Berlin Wall came down it wasn't just the roads that opened up but the waterwaystoo. [VERB PARTICLE]
[Also VERB noun PARTICLE]
14. verb
If a place opens into another, larger place, you can move from one directly into the other.
The corridor opened into a low smoky room. [V + into/onto/to]
Open out means the same as open.
...narrow streets opening out into charming squares. [VP + into/onto/to]
15. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]
An open area is a large area that does not have many buildings or trees in it.
Officers will also continue their search of nearby open ground.
Synonyms: unenclosed, wide, rolling, sweeping More Synonyms of open
16. adjective [ADJECTIVE noun]
An open structure or object is not covered or enclosed.
Don't leave a child alone in a room with an open fire.
...open sandwiches.
17. adjective [usually ADJECTIVE noun]
An open wound is one from which a liquid such as blood is coming.
18. verb
If you open your shirt or coat, you undo the buttons or pull down the zip.
I opened my coat and let him see the belt. [VERB noun]
Open is also an adjective.
The top can be worn buttoned up or open over a T-shirt.
...dressing informally in open shirt and cowboy boots.
19. verb
When a shop, office, or public building opens or is opened, its doors are unlocked and the public can go in.
Banks closed on Friday afternoon and did not open again until Monday morning. [VERB]
...a gang of three who'd apparently been lying in wait for him to open the shop. [VERB noun]
...opening and closing times. [VERB-ing]
Open is also an adjective.
His shop is open Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm.
20. verb
When a public building, factory, or company opens or when someone opens it, it starts operating for the first time.
The original station opened in 1754. [VERB]
The complex opens to the public tomorrow. [VERB + to]
They are planning to open a factory in Eastern Europe. [VERB noun]
The Savoy Theatre was opened in 1881 by Richard D'Oyly Carte. [VERB noun]
Open is also an adjective.
...any operating subsidy required to keep the pits open.
openingWord forms: plural openings countable noun [usually singular]
He was there, though, for the official opening.
Synonyms: first night, debut, premiere, launch More Synonyms of open
Synonyms: beginning, start, launch, launching More Synonyms of open
21. verb
If something such as a meeting or series of talks opens, or if someone opens it, it begins.
...an emergency session of the Russian Parliament due to open later this morning. [VERB]
They are now ready to open negotiations. [VERB noun]
Synonyms: start, begin, launch, trigger More Synonyms of open
opening singular noun
...a communique issued at the opening of the talks.
Synonyms: first night, debut, premiere, launch More Synonyms of open
Synonyms: beginning, start, launch, launching More Synonyms of open
22. verb
If an event such as a meeting or discussion opens with a particular activity or if a particular activity opens an event, that activity is the first thing that happens or is dealt with. You canalso say that someone such as a speaker or singer opens by doing a particular thing.
The service opened with a hymn. [VERB + with]
She opened with an impressive version of 'I Still Haven't Found What I'm LookingFor'. [VERB with noun]
I opened by saying, 'Honey, you look sensational.'. [VERB + by]
Pollard opened the conversation with some small talk. [VERB noun + with]
[Also V n + by]
Synonyms: begin, start, commence, opN [text messaging] More Synonyms of open
23. verb
On the stock exchange, the price at which currencies, shares, or commodities open is their value at the start of that day's trading.
[business]
The stock had opened at $71. [VERB preposition/adverb]
The dollar opened almost unchanged. [VERB adjective]
24. verb
When a film, play, or other public event opens, it begins to be shown, be performed, or take place for a limited period of time.
A photographic exhibition opens at the Royal College of Art on Wednesday. [VERB]
This show, too, was virtually sold out before it opened. [VERB]
opening singular noun
He is due to attend the opening of the Asian Games on Saturday. [+ of]
Synonyms: first night, debut, premiere, launch More Synonyms of open
Synonyms: beginning, start, launch, launching More Synonyms of open
25. verb
If you open an account with a bank or a commercial organization, you begin to use their services.
He tried to open an account at the branch of his bank nearest to his workplace. [VERB noun]
26. adjective
If an opportunity or choice is open to you, you are able to do a particular thing if you choose to.
There are a wide range of career opportunities open to young people. [+ to]
Synonyms: available, to hand, accessible, handy More Synonyms of open
27. verb
To open opportunities or possibilities means the same as to open them up.
The chief of naval operations wants to open opportunities for women in the Navy. [VERB noun]
A series of fortunate opportunities opened to him. [VERB]
28. adjective
You can use open to describe something that anyone is allowed to take part in or accept.
A recent open meeting of College members revealed widespread dissatisfaction.
A portfolio approach would keep entry into the managerial profession open and flexible.
...an open invitation.
Synonyms: general, public, free, catholic More Synonyms of open
29. adjective [verb-link ADJECTIVE]
If something such as an offer or job is open, it is available for someone to accept or apply for.
The offer will remain open until further notice.
30.  See also opening [sense 6]
31. 
See in the open
32. 
See in the open/out in the open
33. 
See wide open
34. 
See wide open
35.  with open arms
36.  to open the door
37.  to keep your eyes open
38.  with your eyes open
39.  to open your eyes
40.  to open fire
41.  to open your heart
42.  the heavens open
43.  an open mind
44.  to open your mind
45.  to keep your options open
Phrasal verbs:
See open out
See open up
More Synonyms of open

open in British English

(ˈəʊpən)
adjective
1. 
not closed or barred
the door is open
2. 
affording free passage, access, view, etc; not blocked or obstructed
the road is open for traffic
3. 
not sealed, fastened, or wrapped
an open package
4. 
having the interior part accessible
an open drawer
5. 
extended, expanded, or unfolded
an open newspaper
an open flower
6. 
ready for business
the shops are open
7. 
able to be obtained; available
the position advertised last week is no longer open
8. 
unobstructed by buildings, trees, etc
open countryside
9. 
free to all to join, enter, use, visit, etc
an open competition
10. 
unengaged or unoccupied
the doctor has an hour open for you to call
11.  open season
12. 
not decided or finalized
an open question
13. 
ready to entertain new ideas; not biased or prejudiced
an open mind
14. 
unreserved or candid
she was very open in her description
15. 
liberal or generous
an open hand
16. 
extended or eager to receive (esp in the phrase with open arms)
17. 
exposed to view; blatant
open disregard of the law
18. 
liable or susceptible
you will leave yourself open to attack if you speak
19. 
(of climate or seasons) free from frost; mild
20. 
free from navigational hazards, such as ice, sunken ships, etc
open water
21.  US
without legal restrictions or enforceable regulations, esp in relation to gambling, vice, etc
an open town
22. 
without barriers to prevent absconding
an open prison
23. 
having large or numerous spacing or apertures
open ranks
24. 
full of small openings or gaps; porous
an open texture
25.  printing
(of type matter) generously leaded or widely spaced
26.  music
a. 
(of a violin or guitar string) not stopped with the finger
b. 
(of a pipe, such as an organ pipe) not closed at either end
c. 
(of a note) played on such a string or pipe
27.  business
a. 
in operation; active
an open account
b. 
unrestricted; unlimited
open credit
open insurance cover
28.  open cheque
29. 
(of a return ticket) not specifying a date for travel
30.  sport
a. 
(of a goal, court, etc) unguarded or relatively unprotected
the forward missed an open goal
b. 
(of a stance, esp in golf) characterized by the front of the body being turned forward
31. 
(of a wound) exposed to the air
32. 
(esp of the large intestine) free from obstruction
33. 
undefended and of no military significance
an open city
34.  phonetics
a. 
denoting a vowel pronounced with the lips relatively wide apart
b. 
denoting a syllable that does not end in a consonant, as in pa
35.  chess
(of a file) having no pawns on it
36.  mathematics
(of a set) containing points whose neighbourhood consists of other points of the same set
points inside a circle are an open set
37.  computing
(of software or a computer system) designed to an internationally agreed standardin order to allow communication between computers, irrespective of size, manufacturer, etc
verb
38. 
to move or cause to move from a closed or fastened position
to open a window
39. (when intr, foll by on or onto)
to render, be, or become accessible or unobstructed
to open a road
to open a parcel
the door opens into the hall
40. (intransitive)
to come into or appear in view
the lake opened before us
41. (transitive)
to puncture (a boil) so as to permit drainage
42. 
to extend or unfold or cause to extend or unfold
to open a newspaper
43. 
to disclose or uncover or be disclosed or uncovered
to open one's heart
44. 
to cause (the mind) to become receptive or (of the mind) to become receptive
45. 
to operate or cause to operate
to open a shop
46. (when intr, sometimes foll by out)
to make or become less compact or dense in structure
to open ranks
47. 
to set or be set in action; start
to open a discussion
to open the batting
48. (transitive)
to arrange for (a bank account, savings account, etc) usually by making an initial deposit
49. 
to turn to a specified point in (a book, magazine, etc)
open at page one
50.  law
to make the opening statement in (a case before a court of law)
51. (intransitive) cards
to bet, bid, or lead first on a hand
noun
52.  the open
53.  open air
54.  sport
a competition which anyone may enter
55.  bring into the open
56.  come into the open
Derived forms
openable (ˈopenable)
adjective
openly (ˈopenly)
adverb
openness (ˈopenness)
noun
Word origin
Old English; related to Old French open, epen, Old Saxon opan, Old High German offan

open in American English

(ˈoʊpən)
adjective
1. 
a. 
in a state which permits access, entrance, or exit; not closed, covered, clogged, or shut
open doors
b. 
closed, but unlocked
the car is open
2. 
a. 
in a state which permits freedom of view or passage; not enclosed, fenced in, sheltered,screened, etc.; unobstructed; clear
open fields
b. 
having few or no trees, houses, etc.
open country
3. 
unsealed; unwrapped
4. 
a. 
not covered over; without covering, top, etc.
b. 
vulnerable to attack, etc.; unprotected or undefended
see also open city
5. 
spread out; unfolded; unclosed; expanded
an open book
6. 
having spaces between; having gaps, holes, interstices, etc.
open ranks
7. 
free from ice
the lake is open
8. 
having relatively little snow or frost; mild
an open winter
9. 
a. 
that may be entered, used, competed in, shared, visited, etc. by all
an open meeting
b. 
ready to admit customers, clients, etc.
10. 
free to be argued or contested; not settled or decided
an open question
11. 
a. 
free from prejudice or bigotry; not closed to new ideas, etc.
an open mind
b. 
liberal; generous
12. 
a.  US
free from legal restrictions
an open season on deer
b.  US
free from discriminatory restrictions based on race, religion, etc.
open housing
c.  US
free from effective regulation with respect to drinking, gambling, etc.
the city is wide open
d. 
not regulated, organized, or conducted along traditional or conventional lines
open marriage, open education
13. 
characterized by social mobility, political freedom, diversity of opinion, etc.
an open society
14. 
in force or operation
an open account
15. 
a. 
not already taken, occupied, or engaged
the job is still open
b. 
free to be accepted or rejected
16. 
not closed against access; accessible; available
17. 
not hidden or secret; generally known; public
an open quarrel
18. 
frank; candid; direct; honest
an open manner
19.  Ancient Mathematics
of a set of points that is the complement of a closed set of points, as the set of all points outside a circle
20.  Music
a. 
not stopped by the finger
said of a string
b. 
not closed at the top
said of an organ pipe
c. 
produced by an open string or pipe, or, in wind instruments, brasses, etc., without a slide or key
said of a tone
d. 
not muted
21.  Phonetics
a. 
articulated with the tongue as low as possible in the mouth; low
said of certain vowels
b. 
articulated with the tongue in the lower of two possible positions
the open e and close e in Italian
c. 
articulated with the organs of speech not in close contact; fricative
said of certain consonants
d. 
ending in a vowel or diphthong
said of a syllable
22.  Printing
a. 
designating or of a style of type the letters of which are cast in outline so that the inside of letters shows white
b. 
with wide spacing between words or lines of type; not solid
23.  Sport
designating a stance, as of a golfer or batter in baseball, in which the front foot is farther than the rear foot from an imaginary straightline, as one joining tee and green or one joining home plate and second base
verb transitive
24. 
to make or cause to be open
; specif.,
a. 
to unclose; unfasten
open the door
b. 
to remove obstructions from
to open a drain
25. 
a. 
to make an opening or openings in
to open an abscess
b. 
to make or produce (a hole, way, etc.)
26. 
to make spaces between; spread out; expand
to open ranks
27. 
to unclose, unfold, or unroll
to open a book
28. 
to make accessible or subject (to an influence or action); expose
29. 
to make available for use, competition, or participation, without restriction, taxation, fee, etc.
30. 
to free from prejudice and bigotry; make liberal and generous
to open one's mind
31. 
to make known, public, etc.; reveal; disclose
32. 
to begin; enter upon; start; commence
to open the bidding, a session, etc.
33. 
to cause to start operating, going, etc.
to open a new shop
34. 
to undo, recall, or set aside (a judgment, settlement, etc.), so as to leave the matter open to further action
verb intransitive
35. 
to become open
36. 
to spread out; expand; unroll; unfold
37. 
to become free from prejudice, etc.; become liberal and generous
38. 
to become revealed, disclosed, etc.; come into view
39. 
to be or act as an opening; give access
with to, into, on, etc.
40. 
to begin; start
41. 
to start operating, going, bidding, etc.; specif., in the stock exchange, to showan indicated price level at the beginning of the day
steel opened high
42. 
to begin a series of performances, games, etc.
noun
43.  [usually O-]
any of various tournaments, esp. in golf or tennis, open to both professionals and amateurs
SIMILAR WORDS:  frank
Idioms:
open out
open to
open up
the open
Derived forms
opened (ˈopened)
adjective
openly (ˈopenly)
adverb
openness (ˈopenness)
noun
Word origin
ME < OE, akin to Ger offen < PGmc *upana: for IE base see up1

More idioms containing
open

open your heart
open the floodgates to something
open someone's eyes
keep your eyes open
push at an open door
an open book
with open arms
be wide open
blow something wide open
leave yourself wide open
open a Pandora's box
open season on someone or something
open old wounds

Examples of 'open' in a sentence
open

It is not correct that shops tend to open in areas of unemployment.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
We are all in bits and no one could face opening the store today.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Yours had not only been opened but also destroyed.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
It also detects open windows and senses the number of people in the room.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
This is a great step along the way that will open up many other possibilities.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
It will be open to the public this spring.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
You may find you are pushing on an open door.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
New College is open to anyone.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
Trying to stop shops opening at the weekend is rather like banning cafés from opening for lunch.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
The house is open for one day during the festival.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
We were sitting near an open window.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
Transfers in the newly opened window may be only marginally more considered.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
Why would anyone want to open such wounds?
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
It is also hoping to open new sites.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
The measure is likely to open the way to more name changes.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
The museum and the warship are open to the public.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
He should be pushing at an open door.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Whether this is open to you may depend upon your age.
Crowley, Vivianne Phoenix From the Flame (1994)
 Many farms run open days and welcome school visits.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
They were quite open with us about that.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
The complexity naturally means the system is open to abuse.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
Open your mouth and swallow it without chewing.
Zindell, David The Broken God (1993)
To my surprise he was standing outside his open front door.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
This was in the heart of the building and opened on to an exquisite patch of lawn.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Just being out and about in the great wide open helps free the mind and make you feelbetter.
Ingham, Christine Life Without Work (1994)
But there is a gradual move towards opening the door to foreigners and the numbers who are allowed through will grow.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
Their presence was an open secret.
Paige, Frances The Glasgow Girls (1994)
There is no entry fee and the competition is open to British residents only.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)

In other languages
open

British English: open /ˈəʊpn/ ADJECTIVE
You use open to describe something which has been opened.
...an open window.
  • American English: open
  • Arabic: مَفْتُوحٌ
  • Brazilian Portuguese: aberto
  • Chinese: 开着的
  • Croatian: otvoren
  • Czech: otevřený
  • Danish: åben
  • Dutch: open
  • European Spanish: abierto
  • Finnish: avoin
  • French: ouvert
  • German: offen Gegenstand
  • Greek: ανοικτός
  • Italian: aperto
  • Japanese: 開いた
  • Korean: 열린
  • Norwegian: åpen
  • Polish: otwarty
  • European Portuguese: aberto
  • Romanian: deschis
  • Russian: открытый
  • Latin American Spanish: abierto
  • Swedish: öppen
  • Thai: เปิดออก
  • Turkish: açık kapı, pencere vb
  • Ukrainian: відкритий
  • Vietnamese: mở
British English: open /ˈəʊpn/ VERB
make or be no longer closed When you open something, or when it opens, you move it or it moves so that it is no longer closed.
She opened the door.
The front door opened.
  • American English: open
  • Arabic: يُفْتَحُ
  • Brazilian Portuguese: abrir
  • Chinese: 打开
  • Croatian: otvoriti
  • Czech: otevřít
  • Danish: åbne
  • Dutch: openen
  • European Spanish: abrir
  • Finnish: avata
  • French: ouvrir
  • German: öffnen
  • Greek: ανοίγω
  • Italian: aprire
  • Japanese: 開ける
  • Korean: (...을) 열다
  • Norwegian: åpne
  • Polish: otworzyć
  • European Portuguese: abrir
  • Romanian: a deschide
  • Russian: открывать
  • Latin American Spanish: abrir
  • Swedish: öppna
  • Thai: เปิด
  • Turkish: açmak kapı vb
  • Ukrainian: відкривати
  • Vietnamese: mở
British English: open /ˈəʊpn/ VERB
shop, office When a shop or office opens, people are able to go in.
The banks will open again on Monday morning.
They opened the shop at nine o'clock.
  • American English: open
  • Arabic: يَفْتَحُ
  • Brazilian Portuguese: abrir
  • Chinese: 营业
  • Croatian: otvoriti se
  • Czech: otevíratobchod
  • Danish: åbne
  • Dutch: opengaan
  • European Spanish: abrir
  • Finnish: aueta
  • French: ouvrirheure d'ouverture
  • German: öffnen
  • Greek: ανοίγω
  • Italian: aprire
  • Japanese: 開く
  • Korean: 열다
  • Norwegian: åpne
  • Polish: otwierać
  • European Portuguese: abrir
  • Romanian: a fi deschis
  • Russian: открываться
  • Latin American Spanish: abrir
  • Swedish: öppna
  • Thai: เปิด
  • Turkish: açılmak
  • Ukrainian: відкриватися
  • Vietnamese: mở cửa

Chinese translation of 'open'

open

(ˈəupn)

adj

    1. (= unfastened, unsealed) [door, window] 开(開)着(著)的 (kāizhe de)
      ⇒ He climbed through the open window. 他从开着的窗户中爬了进来。 (Tā cóng kāizhe de chuānghù zhōng pále jìnlái.)
    2. [container] 打开(開)的 (dǎkāi de)
      ⇒ an open packet of cigarettes 一包打开的香烟 (yī bāo dǎkāi de xiāngyān)
    3. [mouth, eyes] 张(張)着(著)的 (zhāngzhe de)
      ⇒ Angelica looked at me with her mouth open. 安吉莉卡张着嘴看着我。 (Ānjílìkǎ zhāngzhe zuǐ kànzhe wǒ.)
  2. (= accessible to the public) [shop] 营(營)业(業)的 (yíngyè de)
    ⇒ The bank won't be open for another half-hour. 这家银行再过半个小时就不营业了。 (Zhè jiā yínháng zài guò bàn gè xiǎoshí jiù bù yíngyè le.)
  3. [countryside, road] 开(開)阔(闊)的 (kāikuò de)
    ⇒ The road stretched across open country. 道路穿过开阔地带向前延伸。 (Dàolù chuānguò kāikuò dìdài xiàng qián yánshēn.)
  4. (= frank) [nature, character] 坦率的 (tǎnshuài de)
    ⇒ Judy had an open and trusting nature. 朱迪天性坦率、易信赖他人。 (Zhūdí tiānxìng tǎnshuài, yì xìnlài tārén.)
  5. (= not reserved) [ticket, return] 日期待定的 (rìqī dàidìng de)
    ⇒ I can stay as long as I want, I've got an open ticket. 我想呆多久就呆多久，我买了张日期待定的票。 (Wǒ xiǎng dāi duō jiǔ jiù dāi duō jiǔ, wǒ mǎile zhāng rìqī dāidìng de piào.)
  6. (= available) [offer, vacancy] 可得到的 (kě dédào de)
    ⇒ We should use all the opportunities open to us. 我们应该利用一切可得到的机会。 (Wǒmen yīnggāi lìyòng yīqiè kě dédào de jīhuì.)
    ⇒ I'm afraid the vacancy is no longer open. 我恐怕这个职位空缺没了。 (Wǒ kǒngpà zhège zhíwèi kòngquē méi le.)

vt

    1. (= unfasten, unseal) [container] 打开(開) (dǎkāi)
      ⇒ I opened a can of beans. 我打开了一罐豆子。 (Wǒ dǎkāile yī guàn dòuzi.)
    2. [door, lid] 开(開) (kāi)
      ⇒ She opened the door with her key. 她用钥匙开了门。 (Tā yòng yàoshi kāile mén.)
    3. [letter] 拆开(開) (chāikāi)
      ⇒ I'll open the mail after breakfast. 我会在早饭后拆开信件。 (Wǒ huì zài zǎofàn hòu chāikāi xìnjiàn.)
    4. [book, hand, mouth, eyes] 开(開) (kāi)
      ⇒ He opened the heavy Bible. 他翻开厚重的圣经。 (Tā fānkāi hòuzhòng de Shèngjīng.)
      ⇒ He opened his mouth and yawned. 他张开嘴打了个哈欠。 (Tā zhāngkāi zuǐ dǎle gè hāqian.)
      ⇒ She opened her eyes and looked around. 她睁开眼睛向四周望了望。 (Tā zhēngkāi yǎnjing xiàng sìzhōu wàngle wàng.)
  2. (= launch, declare operational) 宣布营(營)业(業) (xuānbù yíngyè)
    ⇒ The leisure centre was opened by the Queen in 1976. 这个休闲中心是在1976年由女王宣布开业的。 (Zhège xiūxián zhōngxīn shì zài yījiǔqīliù nián yóu nǚwáng xuānbù kāiyè de.)

vi

    1. (= come unfastened or unsealed) [door, lid] 开(開) (kāi)
      ⇒ The door opened and a tall man entered the room. 门开了，一个高个子男人走进了房间。 (Mén kāi le, yī gè gāo gèzi nánrén zǒujìnle fángjiān.)
    2. [container] 开(開) (kāi)
      ⇒ The box opened and the books fell out. 盒子开了，里面的书掉了出来。 (Hézi kāi le, lǐmiàn de shū diàole chūlái.)
  2. [book, hand, mouth, eye, flower] 张(張)开(開) (zhāngkāi)
    ⇒ The officer's mouth opened in astonishment. 这个官员吃惊地张大了嘴。 (Zhège guānyuán chījīng de zhāngdàle zuǐ.)
    ⇒ Her eyes opened and she woke up. 她的眼睛睁开了，她醒过来了。 (Tā de yǎnjing zhēngkāi le, tā xǐng guòlái le.)
    1. [public building] (each day) 开(開)门(門) (kāimén)
      ⇒ He was waiting for the bar to open. 他等着酒吧开门。 (Tā děngzhe jiǔbā kāimén.)
    2. (for first time) 开(開)始营(營)运(運) (kāishǐ yíngyùn)
      ⇒ The original railway station opened in 1854. 最早的火车站于1854年开始营运。 (Zuì zǎo de huǒchēzhàn yú yībāwǔsì nián kāishǐ yíngyùn.)
  4. (= have first night) [film, play] 首演 (shǒuyǎn)
    ⇒ The new Spielberg film has opened in New York. 斯皮尔伯格的新电影已在纽约首映。 (Sīpí'ěrbógé de xīn diànyǐng yǐ zài Niǔyuē shǒuyìng.)

n

  1. (out) in the open (= not secret) 公开(開) (gōngkāi)
an open question 容许(許)争(爭)论(論)的问(問)题(題) (róngxǔ zhēnglùn de wèntí)
an open secret 公开(開)的秘(祕)密 (gōngkāi de mìmì)
an open fire 未封上的炉(爐)火 (wèi fēngshàng de lúhuǒ)
in the open (air) 在户(戶)外 (zài hùwài)
the open sea/ocean 远(遠)海/洋 (yuǎnhǎi/yáng)
to open one's mouth (= speak) 张(張)口说(說)话(話) (zhāngkǒu shuōhuà)
to be open to [suggestions, ideas] 乐(樂)意接受 (lèyì jiēshòu) [criticism, abuse] 容易受到 (róngyì shòudào)
open to the public seven days a week 一周(週)向公众(眾)开(開)放7天 (yī zhōu xiàng gōngzhòng kāifàng qī tiān)
to open an account 开(開)立账(賬)户(戶) (kāilì zhànghù)

All related terms of 'open'

open up
( country, market, opportunities ) 开(開)放 kāifàng ⇒ If the agreement is to succeed, the EU must open up its markets. → 如能达成协议，欧盟必须开放其市场。 Rú néng dáchéng xiéyì, Ōuméng bìxū kāifàng qí shìchǎng.
open-air
( concert, swimming pool ) 户(戶)外的 hùwài de
open onto
( room, door ) 通向 tōngxiàng
open-plan
( office ) 开(開)敞式布(佈)置 kāichǎngshì bùzhì
wide open
( eyes, mouth ) 大张(張)的 dàzhāng de
break open
( door, window etc ) 用力打开(開) yònglì dǎkāi
open-minded
开(開)明的 kāimíng de
open-necked
( shirt ) 开(開)领(領)的 kāilǐng de
to fly open
猛地突然打开(開) měng de tūrán dǎkāi
an open fire
未封上的炉(爐)火 wèi fēngshàng de lúhuǒ
Open University
▶ the Open University 开(開)放大学(學) Kāifàng Dàxué
to burst open
( door etc ) 猛然打开(開) měngrán dǎkāi
to hang open
( door, mouth ) 开(開)着(著) kāizhe
to throw open
( doors, windows ) 使大开(開)着(著) shǐ dà kāizhe
an open secret
公开(開)的秘(祕)密 gōngkāi de mìmì
to be open to
( suggestions, ideas ) 乐(樂)意接受 lèyì jiēshòu
an open question
容许(許)争(爭)论(論)的问(問)题(題) róngxǔ zhēnglùn de wèntí
to open sth wide
( window, mouth ) 张(張)大某物 zhāngdà mǒuwù
on the open market
在开(開)放的市场(場)上 zài kāifàng de shìchǎng shang
the open sea/ocean
远(遠)海/洋 yuǎnhǎi/yáng
the Open University
开(開)放大学(學) Kāifàng Dàxué
to lever sth open
撬开(開)某物 qiàokāi mǒuwù
to open an account
开(開)立账(賬)户(戶) kāilì zhànghù
to open one's mouth
( speak ) 张(張)口说(說)话(話) zhāngkǒu shuōhuà
to snap open/shut
( trap, jaws, bag etc ) 啪的一声(聲)打开(開)/合上 pā de yī shēng dǎkāi/héshàng
to wrench sth open
用力扭开(開)某物 yònglì niǔkāi mǒuwù
the door wouldn't open
门(門)是打不开(開)的 mén shì dǎ bù kāi de
to be open to abuse
易产(產)生弊病的 yì chǎnshēng bìbìng de
to be open to question
令人怀(懷)疑的 lìng rén huáiyí de
to hold sth shut/open
使某物保持关(關)着(著)的/开(開)着(著)的状(狀)态(態) shǐ mǒuwù bǎochí guānzhe de/kāizhe de zhuàngtài
to wedge sth open/shut
顶(頂)住某物使之开(開)着(著)/关(關)着(著) dǐngzhù mǒuwù shǐ zhī kāizhe/guānzhe
shall I/we open the door?
我/我们(們)把门(門)打开(開)好吗(嗎)？ wǒ/wǒmen bǎ mén dǎkāi hǎo ma?
to keep one's options open
暂(暫)不做决(決)定 zàn bù zuò juédìng
to push a door open/shut
把门(門)推开(開)/上 bǎ mén tuīkāi/shàng
he will leave the gate open
他总(總)是开(開)着(著)门(門) tā zǒngshì kāizhe mén
to have or keep an open mind
暂(暫)不作决(決)定 zàn bù zuò juédìng
to welcome sb/sth with open arms
热(熱)烈欢(歡)迎某人/某事 rèliè huānyíng mǒurén/mǒushì
open to the public seven days a week
一周(週)向公众(眾)开(開)放7天 yī zhōu xiàng gōngzhòng kāifàng qī tiān
OU
Open University
you can open the door with this key
你可以用这(這)把钥(鑰)匙开(開)门(門) nǐ kěyǐ yòng zhè bǎ yàoshi kāi mén
he had hardly sat down when the door burst open
他一坐下门(門)就被猛地打开(開)了 tā yī zuòxià mén jiù bèi měng de dǎkāi le
to keep one's eyes open for or to keep an eye out for sb/sth
留意某人/某事 liúyì mǒurén/mǒushì
(out) in the open
( not secret ) 公开(開) gōngkāi
in the open (air)
在户(戶)外 zài hùwài
to open fire (on sb)
(向某人)开(開)火 (xiàng mǒurén) kāihuǒ
1 (adjective) 
Definition
not closed, fastened, or blocked up
an open door
Synonyms
unclosed
unlocked
ajar
He left the door ajar in case I needed him.
unfastened
yawning
gaping
unlatched
unbolted
partly open
unbarred
opN (textmessaging)
off the latch
Opposites
closed
,
locked
,
shut
,
fastened
2 (adjective) 
Definition
not enclosed, covered, or wrapped
an open carton of milk
Synonyms
unsealed
unstoppered
opN (textmessaging)
Opposites
sealed
,
unopened
3 (adjective) 
Definition
extended, expanded, or unfolded
A newspaper lay open on the coffee table.
Synonyms
extended
We spent an extended period getting to know one another.
expanded
unfolded
stretched out
spread out
unfurled
straightened out
unrolled
opN (textmessaging)
Opposites
shut
,
folded
4 (adjective) 
Definition
honest and frank
She has an open, trusting nature.
Synonyms
frank
They had a frank discussion about the issue.
direct
She avoided giving a direct answer.
natural
Jan's sister was as natural and friendly as the rest of the family.
plain
his reputation for plain speaking
innocent
They seemed so young and innocent.
straightforward
I was impressed by his straightforward intelligent manner.
sincere
He accepted her apologies as sincere.
transparent
striving to establish a transparent parliamentary democracy
honest
I was honest about what I was doing.
candid
a candid account of her life in the limelight
truthful
We are all fairly truthful about our personal lives.
upfront (informal)
plain-spoken
a plain-spoken man full of scorn for pomp and pretense
above board
My financial dealings were always above board.
unreserved
artless
his artless air and charming smile
ingenuous
He seemed too ingenuous for a reporter.
guileless
She was so guileless that he had no option but to believe her.
straight from the shoulder (informal)
opN (textmessaging)
Opposites
reserved
,
withdrawn
,
cunning
,
sly
,
secretive
,
artful
,
introverted
5 (adjective) 
Definition
exposed to view
their open dislike of each other
Synonyms
obvious
It's obvious that he doesn't like me.
clear
It was a clear case of mistaken identity.
frank
with frank admiration on his face
plain
It was plain to me that he was lying.
apparent
The presence of a star is already apparent in the early film.
visible
The meadows are hardly visible from the house.
a visible effort to control himself
patent
This was a patent lie.
evident
He spoke with evident emotion about his ordeal.
distinct
There was a distinct change in her attitude.
pronounced
Most of the exhibition has a pronounced Scottish theme.
manifest
cases of manifest injustice
transparent
The meaning of their actions is transparent.
noticeable
These changes have had no noticeable effect on productivity.
blatant
blatant elitism
conspicuous
Her conspicuous lack of warmth confirmed that they were no longer friends.
downright
a simple, downright chap with no rhetorical airs about him
overt
Although there is no overt hostility, the two groups do not mix much.
unmistakable
the unmistakable aroma of freshly ground coffee
palpable
The tension between them is palpable.
recognizable
the world's most recognizable athlete
avowed
flagrant
a flagrant violation of international law
perceptible
There was a perceptible silence, momentary but definite.
much in evidence
undisguised
He looked down at Bauer in undisguised disgust.
unsubtle
barefaced
unconcealed
opN (textmessaging)
Opposites
secret
,
hidden
,
disguised
,
veiled
,
covert
6 (adjective) 
Definition
ready to consider new ideas
He seems open to suggestions.
Synonyms
receptive
The voters had seemed receptive to his ideas.
welcoming
sympathetic
It may be that he sees you only as a sympathetic friend.
responsive
amenable
I've never had a long-term relationship. I'm not amenable enough.
opN (textmessaging)
7 (adjective) 
Definition
unprotected
They left themselves open to accusations of double standards.
Synonyms
susceptible
Walking with weights makes the shoulders susceptible to injury.
subject
exposed
The troops are exposed to attack by the enemy.
vulnerable
Their tanks would be vulnerable to attack from the air.
in danger
disposed
liable
These trees are liable to being washed away by the flood.
wide open
The virus leaves the body wide open to infection.
unprotected
at the mercy of
left open
laid bare
an easy target for
undefended
laid open
defenceless against
unfortified
opN (textmessaging)
Opposites
protected
,
defended
8 (adjective) 
Definition
not decided or finalized
It is an open question how long his commitment will last.
Synonyms
unresolved
The dispute between the two parties remains unresolved.
doubtful
Why did he sound so doubtful?
unsettled
They were in the process of resolving all the unsettled issues.
unanswered
Some of the most important questions remain unanswered.
undecided
The release date for his record is still undecided.
debatable
It is debatable whether or not they were ever properly compensated.
unsolved
up in the air
The President's trip is still very much up in the air.
moot
How long he'll be able to do so is a moot point.
arguable
It is arguable whether he ever had much control.
yet to be decided
opN (textmessaging)
9 (adjective) 
Definition
unobstructed by buildings or trees
The emergency services will do their best to keep the highway open.
Synonyms
clear
All exits must be kept clear in case of fire.
free
The government will be free to pursue its economic policies.
passable
muddy mountain roads that are barely passable
uncluttered
unhindered
unimpeded
U.N. aid convoys have unimpeded access to the city.
navigable
the navigable portion of the Nile
unobstructed
unhampered
opN (textmessaging)
Opposites
obstructed
10 (adjective) 
Definition
unobstructed by buildings or trees
Police will continue their search of nearby open ground.
Synonyms
unenclosed
wide
The doorway should be wide enough to allow wheelchair access.
rolling
sweeping
sweeping economic reforms
exposed
extensive
This 18th-century manor house is set in extensive grounds.
bare
spacious
The house has a spacious kitchen and dining area.
wide-open
undeveloped
uncrowded
unfenced
not built-up
unsheltered
opN (textmessaging)
Opposites
covered
,
limited
,
crowded
,
bounded
,
restricted
,
confined
,
enclosed
,
built-up
11 (adjective) 
Definition
not closed, fastened, or blocked up
His jacket was open to the waist.
Synonyms
undone
gaping
a gaping hole
unbuttoned
unzipped
agape
She stood looking at me, her mouth agape.
unfastened
opN (textmessaging)
Opposites
fastened
,
done up
12 (adjective) 
There are a wide range of career opportunities open to young people.
Synonyms
available
There are three small boats available for hire.
to hand
accessible
The aim is to make the system accessible to more people.
handy
This lively town is handy for Londoners.
Keep a pencil and paper handy.
vacant
on hand
obtainable
That's new information that isn't obtainable by other means.
attainable
It is unrealistic to believe perfection is a attainable goal.
at your fingertips
at your disposal
Do you have this information at your disposal?
opN (textmessaging)
13 (adjective) 
Definition
free to all to join in, enter, or use
an open invitation
Synonyms
general
His firm took over general maintenance of the park last summer.
public
a public library
free
All the hostages are free.
catholic
He was a man of catholic tastes, enjoying music and fine arts of all kinds.
broad
A broad range of issues was discussed.
universal
proposals for universal health care
blanket
unconditional
The leader of the revolt made an unconditional surrender.
across-the-board
The President promised across-the-board tax cuts if re-elected.
unqualified
all-inclusive
unrestricted
The Commissioner has unrestricted access to all the files.
overarching
free to all
nondiscriminatory
opN (textmessaging)
one-size-fits-all
Opposites
private
,
protected
,
restricted
,
inaccessible
14 (adjective) 
Definition
(of a job) available
The job is still open.
Synonyms
vacant
They came upon a vacant house.
free
There's only one seat free on the train.
available
He is on holiday and is not available for comment.
empty
The room was bare and empty.
up for grabs (informal)
The famous hotel is up for grabs to the highest bidder.
unoccupied
The house was unoccupied at the time of the explosion.
unfilled
unengaged
opN (textmessaging)
15 (adjective) 
Definition
generous
the public's open and generous response to the appeal
Synonyms
generous
You're very generous with your money.
kind
He was a very kind man, full of common sense.
liberal
They thanked him for his liberal generosity.
charitable
He made large donations to numerous charitable organizations.
benevolent
a most benevolent employer
prodigal
You are prodigal of both your toil and your talent.
bountiful
Their bountiful host was serving a variety of wonderful dishes.
open-handed
unstinting
The task was made easier by the unstinting help extended to me.
beneficent
In 1909 nuns were running more than 1,000 beneficent institutions.
bounteous
munificent
a munificent donation
ungrudging
opN (textmessaging)
16 (adjective) 
Definition
having spaces or gaps
Ciabatta has a distinctive crisp crust and open texture.
Synonyms
gappy
loose
lacy
lacy night-gowns
porous
honeycombed
spongy
filigree
fretted
holey
openwork
1 (verb) 
Definition
to make or become open
He opened the window and looked out.
Synonyms
unfasten
unlock
She unlocked the case and lifted out the vase.
unclasp
throw wide
unbolt
opN (textmessaging)
unbar
unclose
unzip
Opposites
close,
lock
,
shut
,
fasten
2 (verb) 
Definition
to make or become open
The Inspector opened the parcel.
Synonyms
unwrap
uncover
When the seedlings sprout, uncover the tray.
undo
unravel
untie
Nicholas untied the boat from her mooring.
unstrap
unseal
unlace
opN (textmessaging)
Opposites
wrap
,
seal
3 (verb) 
Definition
to make or become open
Let's open another bottle.
Synonyms
uncork
crack (open)
broach
Our host will now show you how to broach a barrel of maple syrup.
opN (textmessaging)
4 (verb) 
Definition
to make or become open
When you open the map, you will find it is divided into squares.
Synonyms
unfold
He quickly unfolded the blankets and spread them on the mattress.
spread (out)
expand
The flowers fully expand at night.
stretch out
unfurl
two weeks later when the leaves unfurl
unroll
opN (textmessaging)
Opposites
fold
5 (verb) 
Definition
to make or become open
Police have opened the road again after the crash.
Synonyms
clear
We called in a plumber to clear our blocked sink.
unblock
opN (textmessaging)
Opposites
block
,
shut
,
obstruct
6 (verb) 
Definition
to make or become open
He opened his shirt to show me his scar.
Synonyms
undo
I managed to undo a corner of the parcel.
loosen
He loosened the scarf around his neck.
unbutton
unfasten
Reaching down, he unfastened the latch on the gate.
opN (textmessaging)
Opposites
fasten
,
do up
7 (verb) 
The new shopping complex opens tomorrow.
Synonyms
begin business
start trading
begin trading
admit customers
opN (textmessaging)
8 (verb) 
Definition
to set or be set in action
They are now ready to open negotiations.
Synonyms
start
begin
The US wants to begin talks immediately.
launch
The police have launched an investigation into the incident.
trigger
kick off (informal)
initiate
They wanted to initiate a discussion on economics.
commence
get going
instigate
The violence was instigated by ex-members of the secret police.
kick-start
inaugurate
They inaugurated the first ever scheduled flights.
set in motion
get (something) off the ground (informal)
enter upon
opN (textmessaging)
Opposites
end
, close,
finish
,
conclude
,
terminate
9 (verb) 
Definition
to set or be set in action
The service opened with a hymn.
Synonyms
begin
He stood up and began to walk around the room.
start
Who started the fight?
commence
They commenced a systematic search of the area.
opN (textmessaging)
Opposites
end
, close,
finish
,
conclude
10 (verb) 
Definition
to make or become open
The ground opened beneath his feet.
Synonyms
split
In a severe gale the ship split in two.
break
He fell through the window, breaking the glass.
separate
The nose section separates from the fuselage.
crack
A gas main had cracked under my neighbour's garage.
Crack the salt crust and you will find the skin just peels off the fish.
burst
The driver lost control when a tyre burst.
She burst the balloon with a pin.
break up
give way
gape
A hole gaped in the roof.
rupture
Tanks can rupture and burn in a collision.
come apart
The whole thing just came apart in my hands.
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11 (verb) 
He really opened his heart to me.
Synonyms
reveal
A grey carpet was removed to reveal the pine floor.
bare
exhibit
He has exhibited signs of anxiety and stress.
disclose
clapboard façades that revolve to disclose snug interiors
divulge
He was charged with divulging state secrets.
lay bare
expose to view
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Additional synonyms

in the sense of above board
Definition
completely honest and open
My financial dealings were always above board.
Synonyms
honest,
straight,
frank,
square,
genuine,
proper,
legitimate,
straightforward,
authentic,
open,
true,
upright,
honourable,
overt,
candid,
truthful,
forthright,
upfront (informal),
trustworthy,
on the level (informal),
bona fide,
kosher (informal),
dinkum (Australian, New Zealand, informal),
fair and square,
guileless,
on the up and up,
veracious,
honest to goodness
in the sense of accessible
The aim is to make the system accessible to more people.
Synonyms
available,
possible,
ready,
convenient,
on hand,
obtainable,
attainable
in the sense of across-the-board
Definition
affecting everyone in a particular group or place equally
The President promised across-the-board tax cuts if re-elected.
Synonyms
general,
full,
complete,
total,
sweeping,
broad,
widespread,
comprehensive,
universal,
blanket,
thorough,
wholesale,
panoramic,
indiscriminate,
all-inclusive,
wall-to-wall,
all-embracing,
overarching,
all-encompassing,
thoroughgoing,
without exception or omission,
one-size-fits-all

Synonyms of 'open'

open

Explore 'open' in the dictionary

Additional synonyms

in the sense of agape
Definition
(of the mouth) wide open
She stood looking at me, her mouth agape.
Synonyms
wide open,
wide,
yawning,
gaping
in the sense of ajar
Definition
(of a door) slightly open
He left the door ajar in case I needed him.
Synonyms
open,
gaping,
agape,
partly open,
unclosed
in the sense of amenable
Definition
likely or willing to cooperate
I've never had a long-term relationship. I'm not amenable enough.
Synonyms
receptive,
open,
susceptible,
responsive,
agreeable,
compliant,
tractable,
acquiescent,
persuadable,
able to be influenced
in the sense of apparent
Definition
readily seen or understood
The presence of a star is already apparent in the early film.
Synonyms
obvious,
marked,
clear,
plain,
visible,
bold,
patent,
evident,
distinct,
open,
understandable,
manifest,
noticeable,
blatant,
conspicuous,
overt,
unmistakable,
palpable,
undeniable,
discernible,
salient,
self-evident,
indisputable,
much in evidence,
undisguised,
unconcealed,
indubitable,
staring you in the face (informal),
plain as the nose on your face
in the sense of arguable
It is arguable whether he ever had much control.
Synonyms
questionable,
controversial,
uncertain,
suspicious,
doubtful,
suspect,
dubious,
dodgy (British, Australian, New Zealand, informal),
unreliable,
debatable,
paradoxical,
unproven,
fishy (informal),
moot,
iffy (informal),
equivocal,
problematical,
disputable,
controvertible,
dubitable
in the sense of artless
Definition
natural or unpretentious
his artless air and charming smile
Synonyms
natural,
simple,
fair,
frank,
plain,
pure,
open,
round,
true,
direct,
genuine,
humble,
straightforward,
sincere,
honest,
candid,
unaffected,
upfront (informal),
unpretentious,
unadorned,
dinkum (Australian, New Zealand, informal),
guileless,
uncontrived,
undesigning
in the sense of at your disposal
Definition
available for use
Do you have this information at your disposal?
Synonyms
available,
ready,
to hand,
accessible,
convenient,
handy,
on hand,
at hand,
obtainable,
on tap (informal),
expendable,
at your fingertips,
at your service,
free for use,
ready for use,
consumable,
spendable
in the sense of attainable
It is unrealistic to believe perfection is a attainable goal.
Synonyms
achievable,
possible,
likely,
potential,
accessible,
probable,
at hand,
feasible,
within reach,
practicable,
obtainable,
reachable,
realizable,
graspable,
gettable,
procurable,
accomplishable
in the sense of beneficent
Definition
charitable
In 1909 nuns were running more than 1,000 beneficent institutions.
Synonyms
charitable,
benign,
benevolent,
philanthropic,
bountiful,
bounteous,
munificent,
princely
in the sense of benevolent
a most benevolent employer
Synonyms
kind,
good,
kindly,
understanding,
caring,
liberal,
generous,
obliging,
sympathetic,
humanitarian,
charitable,
benign,
humane,
compassionate,
gracious,
indulgent,
amiable,
amicable,
lenient,
cordial,
considerate,
affable,
congenial,
altruistic,
philanthropic,
bountiful,
beneficent,
well-disposed,
kind-hearted,
warm-hearted,
bounteous,
tender-hearted

Additional synonyms

in the sense of blatant
Definition
glaringly obvious
blatant elitism
Synonyms
obvious,
open,
clear,
plain,
naked,
sheer,
patent,
evident,
pronounced,
straightforward,
outright,
glaring,
manifest,
bald,
transparent,
noticeable,
conspicuous,
overt,
unmistakable,
flaunting,
palpable,
undeniable,
brazen,
flagrant,
indisputable,
ostentatious,
unmitigated,
cut-and-dried (informal),
undisguised,
obtrusive,
unsubtle,
unconcealed
in the sense of bountiful
Definition
giving freely
Their bountiful host was serving a variety of wonderful dishes.
Synonyms
generous,
kind,
princely,
liberal,
charitable,
hospitable,
prodigal,
open-handed,
unstinting,
beneficent,
bounteous,
munificent,
ungrudging
in the sense of break
Definition
the dawn
He fell through the window, breaking the glass.
Synonyms
shatter,
separate,
destroy,
split,
divide,
crack,
snap,
smash,
crush,
fragment,
demolish,
sever,
trash (slang),
disintegrate,
splinter,
smash to smithereens,
shiver (archaic, literary)
in the sense of broach
Definition
to tap or pierce (a container) to draw off (a liquid)
Our host will now show you how to broach a barrel of maple syrup.
Synonyms
open,
crack,
pierce,
puncture,
uncork
in the sense of broad
Definition
extensive
A broad range of issues was discussed.
Synonyms
full,
general,
comprehensive,
complete,
wide,
global,
catholic,
sweeping,
extensive,
wide-ranging,
umbrella,
thorough,
unlimited,
inclusive,
far-reaching,
exhaustive,
all-inclusive,
all-embracing,
overarching,
encyclopedic
in the sense of burst
Definition
a sudden and violent occurrence or outbreak
The driver lost control when a tyre burst.She burst the balloon with a pin.
Synonyms
explode,
blow up,
break,
split,
crack,
shatter,
fragment,
shiver (archaic, literary),
disintegrate,
puncture,
rupture,
rend asunder,
tear apart,
fly open
in the sense of candid
Definition
honest and straightforward in speech or behaviour
a candid account of her life in the limelight
Synonyms
honest,
just,
open,
truthful,
fair,
plain,
straightforward,
blunt,
sincere,
outspoken,
downright,
impartial,
forthright,
upfront (informal),
unequivocal,
unbiased,
guileless,
unprejudiced,
free,
round,
frank,
ingenuous
in the sense of catholic
Definition
(of tastes or interests) covering a wide range
He was a man of catholic tastes, enjoying music and fine arts of all kinds.
Synonyms
wide,
general,
liberal,
global,
varied,
comprehensive,
universal,
world-wide,
tolerant,
eclectic,
all-inclusive,
ecumenical,
all-embracing,
broad-minded,
unbigoted,
unsectarian,
multicultural,
multiculti (informal)
in the sense of charitable
Definition
of or for charity
He made large donations to numerous charitable organizations.
Synonyms
benevolent,
liberal,
generous,
lavish,
philanthropic,
bountiful,
beneficent,
eleemosynary
in the sense of come apart
The whole thing just came apart in my hands.
Synonyms
fall to pieces,
break,
separate,
tear,
split,
crumble,
give way,
fall apart,
disintegrate

Additional synonyms

in the sense of commence
Definition
to begin
They commenced a systematic search of the area.
Synonyms
embark on,
start,
open,
begin,
initiate,
originate,
instigate,
inaugurate,
enter upon
in the sense of conspicuous
Definition
clearly visible
Her conspicuous lack of warmth confirmed that they were no longer friends.
Synonyms
obvious,
clear,
apparent,
visible,
patent,
evident,
manifest,
noticeable,
blatant,
discernible,
salient,
perceptible,
easily seen
in the sense of crack
Definition
to break or split without complete separation of the parts
A gas main had cracked under my neighbour's garage.Crack the salt crust and you will find the skin just peels off the fish.
Synonyms
break,
split,
burst,
snap,
fracture,
splinter,
craze,
rive
in the sense of debatable
Definition
not absolutely certain
It is debatable whether or not they were ever properly compensated.
Synonyms
doubtful,
uncertain,
dubious,
controversial,
unsettled,
questionable,
undecided,
borderline,
in dispute,
moot,
arguable,
iffy (informal),
open to question,
disputable
in the sense of direct
Definition
honest
She avoided giving a direct answer.
Synonyms
straightforward,
open,
straight,
frank,
blunt,
sincere,
outspoken,
honest,
matter-of-fact,
downright,
candid,
forthright,
truthful,
upfront (informal),
man-to-man,
plain-spoken
in the sense of disclose
Definition
to allow to be seen
clapboard façades that revolve to disclose snug interiors
Synonyms
show,
reveal,
expose,
discover,
exhibit,
unveil,
uncover,
lay bare,
bring to light,
take the wraps off
in the sense of distinct
Definition
obvious
There was a distinct change in her attitude.
Synonyms
definite,
marked,
clear,
decided,
obvious,
sharp,
plain,
apparent,
patent,
evident,
black-and-white,
manifest,
noticeable,
conspicuous,
clear-cut,
unmistakable,
palpable,
recognizable,
unambiguous,
observable,
perceptible,
appreciable
in the sense of divulge
Definition
to make known
He was charged with divulging state secrets.
Synonyms
make known,
tell,
reveal,
publish,
declare,
expose,
leak,
confess,
exhibit,
communicate,
spill (informal),
disclose,
proclaim,
betray,
uncover,
impart,
promulgate,
let slip,
blow wide open (slang),
get off your chest (informal),
cough (slang),
out (informal),
spill your guts about (slang)
in the sense of doubtful
Definition
unsure or uncertain
Why did he sound so doubtful?
Synonyms
unsure,
uncertain,
hesitant,
suspicious,
hesitating,
sceptical,
unsettled,
tentative,
wavering,
unresolved,
perplexed,
undecided,
unconvinced,
vacillating,
leery (slang),
distrustful,
in two minds (informal),
irresolute
in the sense of downright
a simple, downright chap with no rhetorical airs about him
Synonyms
blunt,
open,
frank,
plain,
straightforward,
sincere,
outspoken,
honest,
candid,
forthright,
upfront (informal),
straight-from-the-shoulder

Additional synonyms

in the sense of empty
Definition
without inhabitants
The room was bare and empty.
Synonyms
bare,
clear,
abandoned,
deserted,
vacant,
free,
void (old-fashioned),
desolate,
destitute,
uninhabited,
unoccupied,
waste,
unfurnished,
untenanted,
without contents,
MT
in the sense of evident
Definition
easy to see or understand
He spoke with evident emotion about his ordeal.
Synonyms
obvious,
clear,
plain,
apparent,
visible,
patent,
manifest,
tangible,
noticeable,
blatant,
conspicuous,
unmistakable,
palpable,
salient,
indisputable,
perceptible,
incontrovertible,
incontestable,
plain as the nose on your face
in the sense of exhibit
Definition
to show (a quality or feeling)
He has exhibited signs of anxiety and stress.
Synonyms
show,
reveal,
display,
demonstrate,
air,
evidence,
express,
indicate,
disclose,
manifest,
evince (formal),
make clear or plain
in the sense of expand
Definition
to spread out
The flowers fully expand at night.
Synonyms
spread (out),
open (out),
stretch (out),
unfold,
unravel,
diffuse,
unfurl,
unroll,
outspread
in the sense of exposed
Definition
vulnerable
The troops are exposed to attack by the enemy.
Synonyms
vulnerable,
open,
subject,
in danger,
liable,
susceptible,
wide open,
left open,
laid bare,
in peril,
laid open
in the sense of extensive
Definition
covering a large area
This 18th-century manor house is set in extensive grounds.
Synonyms
large,
considerable,
substantial,
spacious,
wide,
sweeping,
broad,
expansive,
capacious,
commodious
in the sense of flagrant
Definition
openly outrageous
a flagrant violation of international law
Synonyms
outrageous,
open,
blatant,
barefaced,
shocking,
crying,
enormous,
awful,
bold,
dreadful,
notorious,
glaring,
infamous,
scandalous,
flaunting,
atrocious,
brazen,
shameless,
out-and-out,
heinous,
ostentatious,
egregious,
undisguised,
immodest,
arrant,
flagitious
in the sense of free
Definition
able to act at will
The government will be free to pursue its economic policies.
Synonyms
allowed,
permitted,
unrestricted,
unimpeded,
at liberty,
open,
clear,
able,
loose,
unattached,
unregulated,
disengaged,
untrammelled,
unobstructed,
unhampered,
unengaged
in the sense of free
Definition
not enslaved or confined
All the hostages are free.
Synonyms
at liberty,
loose,
liberated,
at large,
off the hook (slang),
on the loose
in the sense of free
Definition
not occupied or in use
There's only one seat free on the train.
Synonyms
available,
extra,
empty,
spare,
vacant,
unused,
uninhabited,
unoccupied,
untaken

Additional synonyms

in the sense of gape
Definition
to be or become wide open
A hole gaped in the roof.
Synonyms
open,
split,
crack,
yawn
in the sense of gaping
a gaping hole
Synonyms
wide,
great,
open,
broad,
vast,
yawning,
wide open,
cavernous
in the sense of guileless
She was so guileless that he had no option but to believe her.
Synonyms
artless,
open,
genuine,
simple,
natural,
frank,
innocent,
straightforward,
naive,
sincere,
honest,
candid,
truthful,
upfront (informal),
simple-minded,
unsophisticated,
dinkum (Australian, New Zealand, informal),
above-board,
ingenuous,
undesigning
in the sense of handy
Definition
conveniently within reach
This lively town is handy for Londoners.Keep a pencil and paper handy.
Synonyms
convenient,
close,
near,
available,
nearby,
accessible,
on hand,
at hand,
within reach,
just round the corner,
at your fingertips
in the sense of honest
Definition
open and sincere in relationships and attitudes
I was honest about what I was doing.
Synonyms
open,
direct,
frank,
plain,
straightforward,
outright,
sincere,
candid,
forthright,
upfront (informal),
undisguised,
round,
ingenuous,
unfeigned
in the sense of inaugurate
Definition
to begin officially or formally
They inaugurated the first ever scheduled flights.
Synonyms
launch,
begin,
introduce,
institute,
set up,
kick off (informal),
initiate,
originate,
commence,
get under way,
usher in,
set in motion
in the sense of ingenuous
Definition
frank and straightforward
He seemed too ingenuous for a reporter.
Synonyms
naive,
open,
trusting,
simple,
frank,
plain,
innocent,
sincere,
honest,
candid,
childlike,
unsophisticated,
unreserved,
artless,
guileless,
unstudied,
trustful
in the sense of initiate
Definition
to begin or set going
They wanted to initiate a discussion on economics.
Synonyms
begin,
start,
open,
launch,
establish,
institute,
pioneer,
kick off (informal),
bring about,
embark on,
originate,
set about,
get under way,
instigate,
kick-start,
inaugurate,
set in motion,
trigger off,
lay the foundations of,
commence on,
set going,
break the ice on,
set the ball rolling on
in the sense of innocent
They seemed so young and innocent.
Synonyms
naive,
open,
trusting,
simple,
natural,
frank,
confiding,
candid,
unaffected,
childlike,
gullible,
unpretentious,
unsophisticated,
unworldly,
credulous,
artless,
ingenuous,
guileless,
wet behind the ears (informal),
unsuspicious
in the sense of instigate
Definition
to cause to happen
The violence was instigated by ex-members of the secret police.
Synonyms
provoke,
start,
encourage,
move,
influence,
prompt,
trigger,
spur,
stimulate,
set off,
initiate,
bring about,
rouse,
prod,
stir up,
get going,
incite,
kick-start,
whip up,
impel,
kindle,
foment,
actuate

Additional synonyms

in the sense of kind
Definition
considerate, friendly, and helpful
He was a very kind man, full of common sense.
Synonyms
considerate,
good,
loving,
kindly,
understanding,
concerned,
friendly,
neighbourly,
gentle,
generous,
mild,
obliging,
sympathetic,
charitable,
thoughtful,
benign,
humane,
affectionate,
compassionate,
clement,
gracious,
indulgent,
benevolent,
attentive,
amiable,
courteous,
amicable,
lenient,
cordial,
congenial,
philanthropic,
unselfish,
propitious,
beneficent,
kind-hearted,
bounteous,
tender-hearted
in the sense of lacy
Definition
of or like lace
lacy night-gowns
Synonyms
filigree,
open,
fine,
sheer,
delicate,
frilly,
gossamer,
gauzy,
net-like,
lace-like,
meshy
in the sense of launch
Definition
to start off or set in motion
The police have launched an investigation into the incident.
Synonyms
begin,
start,
open,
initiate,
introduce,
found,
set up,
originate,
commence,
get under way,
instigate,
inaugurate,
embark upon
in the sense of liable
Definition
commonly suffering a condition
These trees are liable to being washed away by the flood.
Synonyms
vulnerable,
subject,
exposed,
prone,
susceptible,
open,
at risk of
in the sense of liberal
Definition
generous in temperament or behaviour
They thanked him for his liberal generosity.
Synonyms
generous,
kind,
charitable,
extravagant,
free-handed,
prodigal,
altruistic,
open-hearted,
bountiful,
magnanimous,
open-handed,
unstinting,
beneficent,
bounteous
in the sense of loosen
Definition
to untie
He loosened the scarf around his neck.
Synonyms
untie,
undo,
release,
separate,
detach,
let out,
unstick,
slacken,
unbind,
work free,
work loose,
unloose
in the sense of manifest
Definition
easily noticed, obvious
cases of manifest injustice
Synonyms
obvious,
apparent,
patent,
evident,
open,
clear,
plain,
visible,
bold,
distinct,
glaring,
noticeable,
blatant,
conspicuous,
unmistakable,
palpable,
salient
in the sense of moot
Definition
subject or open to debate
How long he'll be able to do so is a moot point.
Synonyms
debatable,
open,
controversial,
doubtful,
unsettled,
unresolved,
undecided,
at issue,
arguable,
open to debate,
contestable,
disputable
in the sense of munificent
Definition
very generous
a munificent donation
Synonyms
generous,
liberal,
lavish,
benevolent,
rich,
princely,
free-handed,
philanthropic,
bountiful,
magnanimous,
open-handed,
big-hearted,
unstinting,
beneficent,
bounteous
in the sense of natural
Definition
genuine or spontaneous
Jan's sister was as natural and friendly as the rest of the family.
Synonyms
unaffected,
open,
frank,
genuine,
spontaneous,
candid,
unpretentious,
unsophisticated,
dinkum (Australian, New Zealand, informal),
artless,
ingenuous,
real,
simple,
unstudied

All related terms of 'open'

open-air
outdoor, outside, out-of-door(s), alfresco
wide open
outspread, spread, outstretched, splayed, fully open
open-handed
generous, free, liberal, lavish, prodigal
open-minded
unprejudiced, liberal, free, balanced, catholic
open spaces
open-mouthed
astonished, surprised, shocked, amazed, stunned
open-and-shut
straightforward, simple, obvious, routine, clear-cut
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