Synonyms of narrow-minded

15 similar words · 1 opposite word

Another word for narrow-minded is close-minded. Other synonyms of narrow-minded are bigoted, illiberal, strait-laced and prejudiced. The opposite of narrow-minded is broad-minded.

Synonyms and similar words for narrow-minded

bigotedHaving the characteristics of a bigot; strongly prejudiced; forming negative opinions about others without just cause.
blinkeredHaving tunnel vision, being unable to see what is happening around one: uncircumspect, narrow-minded, or both.
closed-minded
close-mindedUnreceptive to new ideas or information; stubbornly set in one's ways.
hideboundStubborn; narrow-minded; inflexible.
illiberalNarrow-minded; bigoted.
insular
intolerant
myopicNarrow-minded.
parochial
prejudicedHaving prejudices.
provincial
short-sighted
strait-lacedBound with stays.
thin-minded

broad-mindedHaving an open mind; tolerant of diversity; with broad views on different issues.

adjective Having restricted or rigid views, and being unreceptive to new ideas.
adjective Intolerant, bigoted or prejudiced.

What is another word for narrow-minded?: Narrow-minded has 15 synonyms on Word.ws, such as close-minded, bigoted, illiberal, strait-laced and prejudiced.
What is the opposite of narrow-minded?: The opposite of narrow-minded is broad-minded.
What does narrow-minded mean?: Narrow-minded means having restricted or rigid views, and being unreceptive to new ideas.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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