Definition intolerance in British English

intolerance noun

noun

/ɪnˈtɒlərəns/

someone's refusal to accept behaviour, beliefs, or opinions that are different from their own

Example

The party was accused of stirring up a climate of fear and intolerance.

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Synonyms and related words

stubborn streak intransigence intolerance

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if someone has an intolerance to a particular food or drink, they cannot eat it or drink it because it makes them ill

Example

I have an intolerance to cow's milk.

Synonyms and related words

allergen allergic allergy

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