Meaning of the word intolerant in English

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intolerant

US /ɪnˈtɑː.lɚ.ənt/
UK /ɪnˈtɑː.lɚ.ənt/
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Adjective

1.

not tolerant of views, beliefs, or behavior that differ from one's own

Example:
He was very intolerant of any criticism.
The community was intolerant of outsiders.
2.

unable to take or consume (a particular food or drug) without adverse effect

Example:
She is intolerant of lactose.
Many people are intolerant to gluten.
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