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narrow-minded outlook

[ˈnæroʊ ˈmaɪndəd ˈaʊtlʊk]
noun phrasepl: narrow-minded outlooks
visão estreita de espírito
1. A perspective or worldview characterized by a lack of tolerance, understanding, or willingness to consider alternative ideas, cultures, or beliefs
His narrow-minded outlook prevented him from appreciating different cultures.
Sua visão estreita de espírito o impediu de apreciar diferentes culturas.
2. An intolerant or prejudiced way of thinking that lacks breadth and flexibility
The narrow-minded outlook of the community made it difficult for newcomers to integrate.
A visão estreita de espírito da comunidade dificultou a integração dos recém-chegados.
NYC Slang
tunnel vision
Synonyms
bigotryparochialismintoleranceclosed-mindednessprejudicemyopia
Antonyms
open-mindednessbroad-mindednesstoleranceliberalismcosmopolitanism

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
visão estreita de espírito
Standard expression used across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
mentalidade fechada
More colloquial alternative
São Paulo
pensamento retrógrado
Alternative used in more formal contexts
Portugal
mentalidade restrita
Common usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

can't see the forest for the trees
stuck in one's ways
not seeing the big picture
fechar-se em si mesmo (Portuguese: to close oneself off)
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