narrow-mindedness

Noun

Meaning

an inclination to criticize opposing opinions or shocking behavior

Source: WordNet

Alternative names

narrow mindedness

Synonyms

narrowness meanness narrow discrimination bias prejudice injustice animosity intolerance enmity bigotry misogyny fanaticism favoritism partisanship
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Antonyms

broad-mindedness approval tolerance admiration liberalism esteem
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Hypernyms

intolerance

Hyponyms

pettiness sectarianism parochialism provincialism denominationalism

Examples

There are two things which cannot be attacked in front: ignorance and narrow-mindedness. They can only be shaken by the simple development of the contrary qualities. They will not bear discussion. John W. Campbell

The obsession with moderation is the spirit of castrated narrow-mindedness. Friedrich Schlegel

Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness. Mark Twain

There are two things which cannot be attacked in front: ignorance and narrow-mindedness. John W. Campbell

In a world where there is enlightenment, intelligence, kindness, awareness of others' needs and others' well-being, there is no terrorism. And in a world of viciousness and narrow-mindedness and only one way, there will be terrorism. James Woods

"Measure 9 goes against American traditions of mutual respect and freedom, and Nirvana wants to do their part to end bigotry and narrow-mindedness everywhere," the group stated. citation The ballot measure was ultimately defeated on November 3, 1992. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

narrow-minded narrow-minded self-centeredness narrow-mindedly narrow-mouthed narrow-neck narrow-necked