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'''Open mind''' refers in general to one's ability to [[Thought|think]], use [[logic]]al [[reason]]ing, and consider different or even opposing viewpoints. | '''Open mind''' refers in general to one's ability to [[Thought|think]], use [[logic]]al [[reason]]ing, and consider different or even opposing viewpoints. | ||
| − | + | Saying someone lacks an open mind is often used [[pejorative]]ly, for example, "Don't be '' [[pro-life]]/pro-[[marriage]]/pro-[[abstinence]]'', be ''open-minded''. In this context, "open minded" simply means considering a certain viewpoint. | |
==Examples== | ==Examples== | ||
Revision as of 05:37, February 23, 2011
Open mind refers in general to one's ability to think, use logical reasoning, and consider different or even opposing viewpoints.
Saying someone lacks an open mind is often used pejoratively, for example, "Don't be pro-life/pro-marriage/pro-abstinence, be open-minded. In this context, "open minded" simply means considering a certain viewpoint.
Examples
Quotations
- "It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it." (Aristotle)