intolerant

in·tol·er·ant

adj \-rənt\

Definition of INTOLERANT

1

: unable or unwilling to endure

2

a : unwilling to grant equal freedom of expression especially in religious matters b : unwilling to grant or share social, political, or professional rights : bigoted

3

: exhibiting physiological intolerance <lactose intolerant>

— in·tol·er·ant·ly adverb

— in·tol·er·ant·ness noun

Examples of INTOLERANT

1. <intolerant of fools, she is not an easy person to work for>
2. <intolerant people who callously deny others the very rights that they take for granted>

First Known Use of INTOLERANT

circa 1735

Related to INTOLERANT

Synonyms: impatient

Antonyms: abiding, enduring, forbearing, patient, tolerant

Related Words: uncompromising, unforgiving, unyielding; complaining, fussing, griping, grumbling, kvetching, protesting, squawking, whining

Near Antonyms: accepting, forgiving, long-suffering, resigned, uncomplaining, willing; indulgent

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