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narrow–minded

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adjective nar·row–mind·ed \ˈner-(ˌ)ō-ˈmīn-dəd, ˈna-(ˌ)rō-\

Definition of narrow–minded

  1. :  lacking in tolerance or breadth of vision :  petty

narrow–mindedly

adverb

narrow–mindedness

noun

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First Known Use of narrow–minded

1631

narrow–minded Synonyms

Synonyms
bigoted, illiberal, narrow, narrow-minded, prejudiced, small-minded
Antonyms
broad-minded, liberal, open-minded, tolerant, unprejudiced
Related Words
hidebound, old-fashioned, reactionary; blindfolded, blinkered, insular, parochial, provincial; biased, one-sided, partial, partisan
Near Antonyms
extreme, progressive, radical; impartial, objective, unbiased

NARROW–MINDED Defined for English Language Learners

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Definition of narrow–minded for English Language Learners

  • : not willing to accept opinions, beliefs, or behaviors that are unusual or different from your own

NARROW–MINDED Defined for Kids

narrow–minded

adjective nar·row–mind·ed \ˌner-ō-ˈmīn-dəd\

Definition of narrow–minded for Students

  1. :  1narrow 3, intolerant

narrow–mindedly

adverb

narrow–mindedness

noun

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