receptive

[ri-sep-tiv] / rɪˈsɛp tɪv /

ADJECTIVE

open to new ideas

Synonyms

STRONGEST

amenable approachable friendly hospitable interested open-minded ready responsive sensitive susceptible sympathetic welcoming

STRONG

open

WEAK

acceptant acceptive accessible alert bright favorable influenceable observant open to suggestions perceptive persuadable pushover quick on the uptake recipient suggestible swayable well-disposed

Antonyms

STRONGEST

cold cool insensitive unconcerned unfeeling unfriendly unsociable unsusceptible unwilling

WEAK

unreceptive

Example Sentences

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At the Beijing auto show last week, some Chinese companies expressed a desire to come to the U.S. at some point, if the political environment became more receptive to their entry.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

“At the very least, it looks like Southern, so far, is dedicated to doing so. ... I really do appreciate how receptive they’ve been.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026

While she may be receptive to some of this advice, I’d encourage you to approach your niece with patience.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 25, 2026

"Unfortunately, businesses are rarely receptive to such considerations. Their main priority is selling square metres at a high price."

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

So I was grateful for it, and totally receptive.

From "Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice" by Phillip Hoose

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