Meaning of the word intolerant in English
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intolerant
US /ɪnˈtɑː.lɚ.ənt/
UK /ɪnˈtɒl.ər.ənt/
Adjective
1.
not tolerant of views, beliefs, or behavior that differ from one's own
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He was very intolerant of any criticism.
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The community was intolerant of outsiders.
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2.
unable to take or consume (a particular food or drug) without adverse effect
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She is intolerant of lactose.
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Many people are intolerant to gluten.
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