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narrow-mindedness vs intolerance

intolerance vs narrow-mindedness

narrow-mindedness and intolerance both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
narrow-mindedness Yes No No No
intolerance Yes No No No
As nouns, intolerance is a hypernym of narrow-mindedness; that is, intolerance is a word with a broader meaning than narrow-mindedness:
  • narrow-mindedness: an inclination to criticize opposing opinions or shocking behavior
  • intolerance: unwillingness to recognize and respect differences in opinions or beliefs
narrow-mindedness (noun) intolerance (noun)
an inclination to criticize opposing opinions or shocking behavior impatience with annoyances
unwillingness to recognize and respect differences in opinions or beliefs
Difference between narrow-mindedness and intolerance

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