An open mandate refers to an authorization or instruction given to a particular person or entity that does not set any specific parameters or restrictions. Synonyms for open mandate include general authority, broad permission, unrestricted power, and wide-ranging direction. Other similar terms include unlimited discretion, extensive mandate, and free rein. These synonyms suggest a degree of latitude that is afforded to the individual or entity that has been given the mandate, and they imply that whoever has been entrusted with this authority is expected to exercise good judgment and responsibility in carrying out the task or fulfilling the role.