Simple meaning
What does Open mean?
Open means not closed or to make something not closed.
Dictionary definition
Not closed, or to move something so people can enter, see, or use it.
Example sentences
Open in a sentence
easy
Open the book to page five.
medium
The open window let in fresh air.
hard
An open question can have more than one thoughtful answer.
Synonyms
Words like Open
unclosedUse when something is not closed.
beginUse when starting an event or activity.
Antonyms
Opposite words
closedUse when something is shut.
shutUse when something is not open.
Word family
Open word family
Base word
open
verb
opens
Opens now or often.
verb
opened
Made open in the past.
noun
opening
A space or beginning.
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Quick practice
Try Open
Practice 1
Which word is an antonym of open?
Closed is an opposite because it means not open.
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