bigot

What is another word for bigot? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.

Noun — Someone who clings stubbornly to their own views and won't tolerate people of a different race, religion, gender, or opinion.

We haven't recorded synonyms for bigot yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.

How to use bigot

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

a narrow-minded bigot called him a bigot a raging bigot

Etymology

Borrowed from French bigot, an old insult for a religious hypocrite. Its ultimate origin is disputed, though one theory ties it to Normans swearing "by God" (Middle English bi God); another links it to Albi, a French town linked to religious sectarianism.

Full origin of bigot →

Frequently asked questions

What does “bigot” mean?

The word “bigot” means someone who clings stubbornly to their own views and won't tolerate people of a different race, religion, gender, or opinion. In plain terms, a person who is intolerant of anyone who thinks, believes, or lives differently from them.

How do you pronounce “bigot”?

“Bigot” is pronounced BIH-guht (/ˈbɪɡət/ in IPA).

How do you use “bigot” in a sentence?

Here is “bigot” used in a sentence: “He was exposed as a bigot after the racist messages surfaced online.”

What part of speech is “bigot”?

“Bigot” is a noun.

Where does the word “bigot” come from?

The word “bigot” comes from French.

Related words

bigot list holier-than-thou hypocrite

Nearby words

← Back to the full definition of bigot