Bigotry - Dictionary Definition and Overview

Bigotry :  (noun)

1: the intolerance and prejudice of a bigot [syn: dogmatism]

Based on WordNet 2.0

Bigotry : \Big"ot*ry\, n. [Cf. F. bigoterie.] 1. The state of mind of a bigot; obstinate and unreasoning attachment of one's own belief and opinions, with narrow-minded intolerance of beliefs opposed to them.

2. The practice or tenets of a bigot.

Based on WordNet (r) 2.0 (August 2003)
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