Synonyms for

Intolerance

Verb / ˌɪˈntɑ:lɜ:ʌns / Another word for intolerance — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Intolerance means unwillingness to accept or respect views, beliefs, or behavior that differ from one's own.

Synonyms & similar words

tolerance bigotry narrow-mindedness prejudice bias discrimination racism sexism xenophobia chauvinism dogmatism fanaticism inflexibility intolerance jingoism jingoistic partisanship sectarianism supremacism tyranny uncompromisingness

Synonyms by register

Formal

bigotry prejudice narrow-mindedness dogmatism

Informal

closed-mindedness unreasonableness stubbornness

Literary

illiberality intransigence

Antonyms

tolerance acceptance open-mindedness understanding broad-mindedness sympathy accommodation

Common collocations

  • religious intolerance
  • racial intolerance
  • political intolerance
  • intolerance of dissent
  • intolerance of ambiguity
  • growing intolerance
  • extreme intolerance

Word family

noun intolerance
verb intolerate
adjective intolerant
adverb intolerantly

Usage note

Intolerance refers to an unwillingness to accept views, beliefs, or behavior that differ from one's own. It often carries a negative connotation, implying prejudice or bigotry.

Example sentences

  1. Her intolerance towards people of different religions made her unpopular in the community.
  2. The company has a zero-tolerance policy towards discrimination.
  3. His intolerance towards different political views made it difficult for him to work with others.
  4. Intolerance can lead to conflicts and violence.
  5. We should promote tolerance and understanding instead of intolerance and hatred.

Quotes

  • Intolerance is a form of violence, and an obstacle to the growth of a true democratic spirit. - Mahatma Gandhi
  • Intolerance is itself a form of violence and an obstacle to the growth of a true democratic spirit. - Mahatma Gandhi
  • We must be ever vigilant against bigotry, intolerance and exclusion. - John Lewis

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