Intolerant: meaning, definitions and examples
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intolerant
[ ɪnˈtɒlərənt ]
being unable to accept differences
Intolerant means unwilling to accept views, beliefs, or behavior that differ from one's own. It can also refer to a person who is not tolerant of those who are different in some way, such as race, religion, or sexual orientation.
Synonyms
bigoted, narrow-minded, prejudiced.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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intolerant |
Describes someone who cannot accept different opinions, beliefs, or behaviors. This term is often used in social and political discussions.
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bigoted |
Often refers to someone who strongly and unfairly dislikes other people or ideas. It is used in contexts where there is a strong prejudice, especially in terms of race, religion, or ethnicity. It has a very negative connotation.
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narrow-minded |
Describes someone who has a limited perspective and is unwilling to consider different ideas or opinions. Typically used in social and personal contexts.
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prejudiced |
Indicates someone who has preconceived opinions that are not based on reason or actual experience, often relating to race, religion, or gender. It carries a negative connotation and is used in both social and personal contexts.
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Examples of usage
- He was intolerant of anyone who didn't share his political views.
- She showed her intolerant attitude towards people of different cultures.
Translations
Translations of the word "intolerant" in other languages:
🇵🇹 intolerante
🇮🇳 असहिष्णु
🇩🇪 intolerant
🇮🇩 intoleran
🇺🇦 нетерпимий
🇵🇱 nietolerancyjny
🇯🇵 不寛容な (ふかんような)
🇫🇷 intolérant
🇪🇸 intolerante
🇹🇷 tahammülsüz
🇰🇷 편협한 (pyeonhyeopan)
🇸🇦 غير متسامح (ghayr mutasamah)
🇨🇿 netolerantní
🇸🇰 netolerantný
🇨🇳 不宽容的 (bù kuānróng de)
🇸🇮 neterpežen
🇮🇸 óumburðarlyndur
🇰🇿 төзімсіз (tözimsiz)
🇬🇪 არატოლერანტული (aratolerantuli)
🇦🇿 dözümsüz
🇲🇽 intolerante
Etymology
The word 'intolerant' originated in the early 18th century, from the Latin word 'intolerantem', which means 'not enduring'. Over time, the word has come to represent a lack of acceptance or open-mindedness towards differing opinions or beliefs.
See also: tolerantly.