Meaning & Definition of word "Intolerance"

Intolerance

/ɪnˈtɒlərəns/

1. The lack of acceptance of beliefs, thoughts, or opinions that differ from one's own.
- Example: Her intolerance toward different cultures made it difficult for her to make friends in the diverse neighborhood.
2. An inability to endure or accommodate something.
- Example: The patient's intolerance to gluten required a strict dietary regimen.
3. A lack of tolerance for a specific substance, often used in medical contexts.
- Example: He has a high level of lactose intolerance, which means he cannot consume dairy products without experiencing discomfort.

From Latin intolerantia, from intolerans, intolerantis, meaning 'not able to be borne'.

racial intolerance:

Prejudice or discrimination against individuals of different races.

religious intolerance:

Unwillingness to accept different religious beliefs.

intolerance to pain:

The level of pain that a person is able to endure.

bigotry:

An unreasonable attachment to a particular set of beliefs or opinions.

prejudice:

Preconceived judgment or opinion formed without knowledge or examination of the facts.

discrimination:

The unjust treatment of different categories of people.

Meaning: Outdated views or attitudes someone fails to change.

Example Sentence: He's so stuck in his ways; his intolerance is just old-school.

Meaning: A term used to describe a person who cannot handle differing opinions.

Example Sentence: She's such an 'intolerant' when it comes to politics; she can't hear another viewpoint!