To those who say liberals are intolerant...

[jazzimov]

35. I tend to use terms objectively

so by "absolutist" I mean people who have "absolute" standards.

I understand people who "suspect" those with low post counts, but are willing to give them a chance.

Personally, I hate the Jets because I am a Titans fan. But I promise not to judge you just because you're a Jets fan.

If you consistently take a stand against everything I hold dear, then I will be against you.

However, even if you are consistently against my philosophy and ideas - if we find something that we agree on, I will count that as a blessing and an ally; at least on that point.

I consider an "absolutist" to be someone who stands by their opinions resolutely, despite any and all arguments against it.

This is much different from someone who listens to all arguments contrary to their opinion, and is willing to adjust that opinion but does not because they haven't heard any convincing arguments to do so.

Therefore, an "absolutist" is unwilling to change their opinion. The opposite would be someone with an open mind.