Bigot
/ˈbɪɡət/
nounIntermediateCommonGeneral
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1
A person who is utterly intolerant of any differing creed, belief, or opinion.
/ˈbɪɡət/
nounnegativeIntermediate
General
A person who is intolerant towards those holding different opinions.
His bigoted views made him unpopular.
💡 Simply: Someone who is prejudiced and intolerant of others.
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2
She refused to listen, revealing her bigoted nature.
How It's Used
Social Studies
"He was labeled a bigot for his prejudiced remarks."
Politics
"Political bigots often refuse to compromise."
From Middle French <i>bigot</i>, from Old French <i>bigot</i>, of uncertain origin, possibly from a proper noun or from a word related to the Old French word for 'beard'.
The word has historically been used to describe religious intolerance, but its usage has expanded to include other forms of prejudice.
Memory tip
Think of 'big' + 'got' - someone who has a big ego and is unwilling to consider other perspectives.
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