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bigotry

American  
[big-uh-tree] / ˈbɪg ə tri /

noun

plural

bigotries

  1. stubborn and complete intolerance of any creed, belief, or opinion that differs from one's own.

    Synonyms:
    discrimination, bias, narrow-mindedness

  2. the actions, beliefs, prejudices, etc., of a bigot.

bigotry British  
/ ˈbɪɡətrɪ /

noun

  1. the attitudes, behaviour, or way of thinking of a bigot; prejudice; intolerance

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Etymology

Origin of bigotry

First recorded in 1665–75; bigot + -ry, formation parallel to French bigoterie

Example Sentences

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Miller has denied being animated by racism or bigotry.

From BBC • Feb. 8, 2026

Leaders claim to support “diversity” and oppose bigotry and hatred.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025

It is a moment of joy, confidence, and trust in the idea that anyone facing bigotry can bring their full self into the public square.

From Slate • Dec. 19, 2025

Andy and Barbara Muschietti, co-creators of HBO’s prequel drama about Stephen King’s demonic clown, flavor the scarefest with themes of fascism, bigotry and the loss of innocence.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2025

But he hates bigotry and closed-mindedness of all kinds.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove

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