open-ended

• 形容没有预先设定的限制、固定的答案或明确的终点，可指开放式的、无限制的、可灵活变通的。

Describes something that has no predetermined limit, fixed answer, or definite end point.

1. Without fixed limits or restrictionsB2formal

   Having no predetermined endpoint, boundary, or constraint.

   无限制的

   • The contract is open-ended, allowing for renegotiation at any time.
   • They embarked on an open-ended journey across the continent.
   • The discussion was open-ended, with no set time limit.

   同义词flexiblefreeindefinitelimitlessopenunboundedunfetteredunlimitedunrestricted

   反义词boundedcloseddefinitefixedlimitedpredeterminedrestrictedspecific

2. Allowing for a spontaneous responseB2formal

   Designed to encourage a free, unrestricted, or creative answer rather than a predetermined one.

   开放式的

   • The survey used open-ended questions to gather detailed feedback.
   • An open-ended interview allows the candidate to express their thoughts freely.
   • Teachers often use open-ended prompts to stimulate class discussion.

   同义词flexiblefree formopenunrestrictedunstructured

   反义词closedconstrainedfixedlimitednarrowprescribedrestrictedstructured

3. Allowing for future changes or revisionsB2formal

   Flexible and adaptable, with the possibility of modification or extension.

   开放式的

   • The agreement is open-ended, so terms can be adjusted as needed.
   • They prefer an open-ended schedule to accommodate unexpected events.
   • The project has an open-ended timeline to allow for thorough research.

   同义词adaptableadjustableamendableexpandableextendableflexiblemodifiable

   反义词closeddefinitefixedlimitedrestrictedset