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    L'intolérance (en. Intolerance)

    [lɛ̃tɔlɛʁɑ̃s]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    State or feeling of not accepting differences.
    Religious intolerance can lead to conflicts.
    L'intolérance religieuse peut conduire à des conflits.
    The quality of being intolerant.
    His intolerance towards new ideas isolates him.
    Son intolérance envers les idées nouvelles l'isolement.
    Lack of tolerance in a medical context (e.g., lactose intolerance).
    She suffers from gluten intolerance.
    Elle souffre d'une intolérance au gluten.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'intolerantia', which means 'lack of tolerance'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    intolerance towards
    Lack of acceptance regarding something.
    l'intolérance à l'égard de
    to demonstrate intolerance
    To show a lack of tolerance.
    faire preuve d'intolérance
    systemic intolerance
    Intolerance rooted in a social or institutional system.
    intolérance systémique

    Related Words

    tolerance
    Acceptance of differences and respect for others' opinions.
    tolérance
    acceptance
    Action of accepting, welcoming.
    acceptation
    discrimination
    Action of treating a person unequally because of personal characteristics.
    discrimination

    Slang Meanings

    To be close-minded.
    Stop being intolerant, be a little more open!
    Arrête d'être intolérant, sois un peu plus ouvert!
    To be tough in business.
    This company has zero tolerance for fraud.
    Cette entreprise a une intolérance zéro à la fraude.