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bigotry
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big·ot·ry  (bg-tr)
n.
The attitude, state of mind, or behavior characteristic of a bigot; intolerance.
bigotry
obtuse or narrow-minded intolerance, especially of other races or religions. — bigot, n., — bigoted, adj.
See also: Race
obtuse or narrow-minded intolerance, especially of other races or religions. — bigot, n. — bigoted, adj.
See also: Religion
obtuse or narrow-minded intolerance, especially of other races or religions. — bigot, n. — bigoted, adj.
See also: Attitudes
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.bigotry - the intolerance and prejudice of a bigot
dogmatism
intolerance - unwillingness to recognize and respect differences in opinions or beliefs
bigotry
noun intolerance, discrimination, racism, prejudice, bias, ignorance, injustice, sexism, unfairness, fanaticism, sectarianism, racialism, dogmatism, provincialism, narrow-mindedness, mindlessness, pig-ignorance (slang) << OPPOSITE tolerance
Translations
bigotry [ˈbɪgətrɪ] n → fanatismo, intolerancia
bigotry [ˈbɪgətrɪ] n → fanatisme m, sectarisme m
bigotry [ˈbɪgətrɪ] n (see n) → eifernde Borniertheit f; Bigotterie f
bigotry [ˈbɪgətrɪ] n → grettezza


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