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VocabJLPT N1

open

の-AdjectiveTaru-AdjectiveTo-Adverb

Definitions

1. open
2. public

A な-adjective and adverb meaning "openly," "publicly," or "blatantly," describing something done without concealment in front of others. It often carries the nuance that something questionable or bold is being done in plain sight.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

It's actually healthy that dissenting views were openly voiced at the board meeting.

Sentence 2

A new hire openly spoke up in objection, and it caused quite a stir.

Sentence 3

My boss said, "A public apology is necessary."

Sentence 4

Please refrain from openly rejecting company policy.

Sentence 5

If you openly shift the blame onto someone, trust disappears.