Intolerance

/ɪnˈtɒlərəns/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The lack of acceptance of beliefs, thoughts, or opinions that differ from one's own.

Her intolerance toward different cultures made it difficult for her to make friends in the diverse neighborhood.

An inability to endure or accommodate something.

The patient's intolerance to gluten required a strict dietary regimen.

A lack of tolerance for a specific substance, often used in medical contexts.

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.

Outdated views or attitudes someone fails to change.

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

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

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