intolerant (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈtɒlərənt/

Definition

Unwilling to accept or respect beliefs, opinions, or behaviors that differ from one's own.

Examples

• She became increasingly intolerant of her colleagues' differing political views.

• The school maintains a policy of zero tolerance for intolerant behavior toward minority students.

• Some people are physically intolerant of dairy products, causing them significant digestive distress.

How to Use intolerant

intolerant of (prepositional phrase)

unable to accept a specific thing or behavior — "He is completely intolerant of noise while he works."

Synonyms of intolerant

Words with a similar meaning to intolerant:

• narrow-minded
• bigoted
• prejudiced
• dogmatic

Antonyms of intolerant

Words with the opposite meaning to intolerant:

• tolerant
• open-minded

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