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Definition
Intolerable; going completely against normal principles, natural justice, or moral laws.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a heavy moral weight, often used to condemn actions that are seen as fundamentally evil or unjust. It implies that the offense is so severe that even the natural order or divine justice would reject it. It is typically reserved for serious moral transgressions rather than minor annoyances or disagreements.
Examples
It is absolutely intolerable for him to cheat the elderly out of their money like that.
Who wouldn't find this kind of cruel behavior completely intolerable?
Related words
Common phrases
simply intolerable
behavior that is morally intolerable
Common mistake
Learners often use this phrase for minor inconveniences or personal dislikes, which sounds overly dramatic and unnatural. It should be reserved for situations involving significant ethical breaches or clear injustice.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
