bigotry
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for bigotry, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Intolerant, narrow-minded prejudice, especially over race, religion, or politics.
Synonyms
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How to use bigotry
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Etymology
From French bigoterie, built on bigot plus the noun suffix -ry.
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What does “bigotry” mean?
The word “bigotry” means intolerant, narrow-minded prejudice, especially over race, religion, or politics. In plain terms, the mindset or behavior of being stubbornly intolerant toward people who are different.
How do you pronounce “bigotry”?
“Bigotry” is pronounced BIHG-uh-tree (/ˈbɪɡ.ə.tɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “bigotry” in a sentence?
Here is “bigotry” used in a sentence: “The campaign group works to fight bigotry in schools.”
What is another word for “bigotry”?
Words with a similar meaning to “bigotry” include bigotness.
What part of speech is “bigotry”?
“Bigotry” is a noun.
Where does the word “bigotry” come from?
The word “bigotry” comes from French. From French bigoterie, built on bigot plus the noun suffix -ry.
Is “bigotry” a common word?
“Bigotry” is an uncommon word in modern English.