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Intolerance (Noun)

Unwillingness to recognize and respect differences in opinions or beliefs.

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

The politician's intolerance for opposing viewpoints sparked outrage among her constituents.
Her intolerance of other cultures led to her social isolation while traveling abroad.
The professor's intolerance for sloppy research led him to deduct points from the student's paper.
The rise of social media has been linked to increased intolerance for opposing viewpoints among young people.
The artist's intolerance for criticism led her to abandon her public exhibition and focus on private commissions instead.

Impatience with annoyances; "his intolerance of interruptions".

Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.

Her intolerance of loud noises made it difficult for her to enjoy concerts.
His intolerance of slow drivers often led to aggressive behavior on the road.
The teacher's intolerance of tardiness resulted in strict penalties for late arrivals.
The chef's intolerance of kitchen mistakes led to a high turnover rate among staff.
The manager's intolerance of excuses made it difficult for employees to explain their mistakes.