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narrow-mindedness

DEFINITIONS OF: narrow-mindedness

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n an inclination to criticize opposing opinions or shocking behavior

Synonyms:
narrowness
Antonyms:
broad-mindedness
an inclination to tolerate or overlook opposing or shocking opinions or behavior
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parochialism
a limitation of views or interests like that defined by a local parish
pettiness
narrowness of mind or ideas or views
provincialism
a lack of sophistication
denominationalism, sectarianism
a narrow-minded adherence to a particular sect or party or denomination
Type of:
intolerance
unwillingness to recognize and respect differences in opinions or beliefs
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