The difference between Close-minded and Illiberal

When used as adjectives, close-minded means unreceptive to new ideas or information, whereas illiberal means restrictive of individual choice and freedom.

Illiberal is also noun with the meaning: one opposed to liberal principles.

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  1. Close-minded as an adjective:

    unreceptive to new ideas or information; not open to any agreement.

  1. Illiberal as an adjective:

    Restrictive of individual choice and freedom.

  2. Illiberal as an adjective:

    Narrow-minded; bigoted.

  3. Illiberal as an adjective (archaic):

    Ungenerous, stingy.

  4. Illiberal as an adjective (economics, politics):

    Not adhering to either liberalism or neoliberalism.

  1. Illiberal as a noun:

    One opposed to liberal principles.

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