Intolerant

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈtɑlərənt/

Definitions of intolerant

adjective showing a lack of tolerance; not willing to accept views, beliefs, or behavior that differ from one's own

Example Sentences

A1 She is intolerant of spicy food.

A2 The teacher was intolerant of students who were late to class.

B1 The company has a zero-tolerance policy for intolerant behavior towards coworkers.

B2 The politician's intolerant remarks sparked controversy and backlash.

C1 The dictator's regime was known for being intolerant of dissenting opinions.

C2 The artist's work was criticized for being intolerant of differing artistic styles.

Examples of intolerant in a Sentence

formal The company has a zero-tolerance policy for employees who display intolerant behavior.

informal I can't stand being around intolerant people, it's just so frustrating.

slang Some folks are just so intolerant, it's like they live in a bubble.

figurative Her mind was intolerant to new ideas, closed off and unwilling to consider alternative perspectives.

Grammatical Forms of intolerant

• past tense: intolerated
• plural: intolerants
• comparative: more intolerant
• superlative: most intolerant
• present tense: intolerates
• future tense: will be intolerant
• perfect tense: have been intolerant
• continuous tense: is being intolerant
• singular: intolerant
• positive degree: intolerant
• infinitive: to be intolerant
• gerund: intolerating
• participle: intolerating

Origin and Evolution of intolerant

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'intolerant' originated from the Latin word 'intolerantem', which is derived from the prefix 'in-' meaning 'not' and the word 'tolerantem' meaning 'tolerant'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe someone who does not tolerate or accept different beliefs or practices, the word 'intolerant' has evolved to also encompass a broader range of meanings related to not being able to endure or accept certain things or people.