intolerant
Translation
intolerant, bigoted, prejudiced
Examples
He is intolerant of other people's opinions.
He is intolerant of other people's opinions.
She is lactose intolerant.
She is lactose intolerant.
Grammar Patterns
intolerant ((of sth./sb.)) not willing to accept ideas or behavior that are different from your own He is intolerant of other people's opinions.
((lactose/gluten etc.)) intolerant unable to eat certain foods without becoming ill She is lactose intolerant.
Similar Words
Synonyms: bigoted, prejudiced, narrow-minded; Antonyms: tolerant, open-minded
Etymology
From the prefix 'in-' (not) and 'tolerant' (bearing, enduring). It literally means 'not bearing' or 'not enduring'.
Memory Tips
Think 'in-tolerant' = 'not tolerant'. This can apply to not tolerating different opinions or not tolerating certain foods (e.g., lactose intolerant).