Definitions for: Intolerant

[adj] narrow-minded about cherished opinions
[adj] unwilling to tolerate difference of opinion

Webster (1913) Definition: In*tol"er*ant, a. [L. intolerans, -antis: cf. F.
intol['e]rant. See In- not, and Tolerant.]
1. Not enduring; not able to endure.

The powers of human bodies being limited and
intolerant of excesses. --Arbuthnot.

2. Not tolerating difference of opinion or sentiment,
especially in religious matters; refusing to allow others
the enjoyment of their opinions, rights, or worship;
unjustly impatient of the opinion of those disagree with
us; not tolerant; unforbearing; bigoted.

Religion, harsh, intolerant, austere, Parent of
manners like herself severe. --Cowper.

In*tol"er*ant, n.
An intolerant person; a bigot.

Synonyms: bigoted, illiberal, narrow, narrow-minded, rigid, strict

Antonyms: tolerant

See Also: uncharitable

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