narrow-mindedly
Definition
Adverb: In a manner that shows a limited perspective, an unwillingness to consider different ideas or opinions, or a lack of intellectual breadth. It describes an action done with prejudice or intolerance.
Usage
The adverb "narrow-mindedly" modifies a verb to describe how an action is performed. It indicates that the action is carried out with a closed, intolerant, or prejudiced mindset.
Examples
- The committee narrow-mindedly rejected the proposal without reviewing its merits.
- She argued narrow-mindedly, refusing to listen to any counterpoints.
- [From Reference Context]: The authorities narrow-mindedly closed down the cafe where teenagers used to hang out.
Advanced Usage
- "To think/act/judge narrow-mindedly": This is the most common construction, directly linking the adverb to a verb of thought or action.
- He judged the entire culture narrow-mindedly based on a single news article.
Variants and Related Words
- Narrow-minded (adjective): Having or showing a limited perspective and an intolerance of different ideas.
- It was a narrow-minded policy.
- Narrow-mindedness (noun): The state or quality of being narrow-minded.
- His narrow-mindedness prevented progress.
Synonyms
- Intolerantly
- Prejudicially
- Dogmatically
- Illiberally
- Bigotedly
Antonyms
- Open-mindedly
- Broad-mindedly
- Tolerantly
- Liberally
Adverb
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in a narrow-minded manner
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narrow-mindedly, the authorities closed down the cafe where teenagers used to hang out
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