OPENHEARTED Synonyms: 82 Similar and Opposite Words

openhearted

adjective

ˌō-pən-ˈhär-təd

Definition of openhearted

as in outspoken

free in expressing one's true feelings and opinions many therapists believe that it is better to be openhearted than to repress one's feelings, however hostile they may be

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Recent Examples of openhearted With Marilla in particular, there’s a joy in watching her stern façade almost immediately crumble and grow into openhearted adoration upon meeting Anne. — Kambole Campbell, Vulture, 9 Dec. 2025 Straight Line Was a Lie finds the band embracing an openhearted surrender to every aspect of growth while acknowledging that the cycle will inevitably begin again. — Gabrielle MacAfee, Rolling Stone, 26 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for openhearted

Recent Examples of Synonyms for openhearted

Adjective

Kloss is an outspoken advocate for reproductive rights and other progressive causes.

— Greg Beacham, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2026
In a Republican primary, where candidates typically run to the right, voters may opt for the candidate that has the most outspoken track record.

— Jack Harvel August 12, Kansas City Star, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of outspoken

Adjective

To be honest, that's probably the best-case scenario for the casual fans that this sort of fight draws.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Its quincunx to Saturn in your 2nd House of Resources may ask you to be honest about time, money, energy, or self-worth.

— Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of honest

Adjective

Bedient gave him some frank advice on how to rehabilitate his sperm.

— Sarah Elizabeth Richards, Scientific American, 10 Aug. 2026
Brennan’s first show—no stranger to backlash for its frank exploration of adolescent sexuality and mental health, among other things—may have prepared him for the mania around Monster.

— Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 4 Aug. 2026