receptive
IPA /rɪˈsɛptɪv/
Willing to listen to new ideas, advice or suggestions and consider them seriously, even when they differ from your own views.
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My parents were receptive to my suggestion of a quieter holiday.
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IPA /rɪˈsɛptɪv/
Willing to listen to new ideas, advice or suggestions and consider them seriously, even when they differ from your own views.
My parents were receptive to my suggestion of a quieter holiday.
IPA /əˈblaɪdʒɪŋ/
Willing and pleased to help other people, especially by doing small favours or responding kindly to their requests.
An obliging neighbour watered our plants while we were away.
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