Bigotedly

/ˈbɪɡətɪdli/ adverb

Definition

In a bigoted manner; with stubborn refusal to consider different opinions or respect for beliefs different from one's own.

Etymology

From 'bigoted' (adjective, from 'bigot' which came from Middle French 'bigot,' possibly from Old Norse 'by Gott' meaning 'by God') plus the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

Kelly Says

The origin 'by Gott' is disputed but delightful—it suggests the word originated as a scornful phrase about overly pious people, and centuries later we still use it to criticize closed-minded thinking.

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