Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bigot

noun

/ˈbɪɡət/

Definition

A person who is intolerant toward those holding different opinions or beliefs.

Examples

Despite her education, she remained a bigot, refusing to accept cultures different from her own.
Being a bigot can lead to discrimination and hatred in society.
He was labeled a bigot after making derogatory remarks about a specific ethnic group.

Meaning

A bigot is someone who has a strong, negative bias against other people or groups who differ from them in terms of race, religion, gender, or other characteristics.