intolerance
word
Definition
Intolerance is the unwillingness to accept another person's opinions, beliefs, or habits. It can also mean the body's inability to deal with certain foods or substances.
Usage & Nuances
Used both for social attitudes ('religious intolerance') and medical issues ('lactose intolerance'). Formal, often found in academic or news contexts. Don't confuse 'intolerance' (unwilling to accept something) with 'allergy' (medical reaction). Common collocations: 'intolerance of', 'show intolerance toward'.
Example Sentences
Religious intolerance can cause conflict between groups.
basic
Some people have a food intolerance that makes them feel sick.
basic
Intolerance of others' opinions can stop open discussions.
basic
He has a lactose intolerance, so he can't eat ice cream.
natural
There's a lot of intolerance online these days.
natural
Their intolerance toward new ideas makes it hard to work together.
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