As a Noun: 1. The condition of being unwilling to consider new ideas or other people's opinions. English = narrow-mindedness, small-mindedness. 2. The disapproval of behaviour and opinions which are different from your own. English = intolerance. As a Verb or Adjective: 1. To be unwilling to consider new ideas or other people's opinions. English = (be) narrow-minded, (be) small-minded. 2. To disapprove of behaviour and opinions which are different from your own. English = (be) intolerant.