Tolerance - definition, pronunciation, transcription
noun
- a disposition to allow freedom of choice and behavior (syn: permissiveness)
- the act of tolerating something
- willingness to recognize and respect the beliefs or practices of others
- a permissible difference; allowing some freedom to move within limits (syn: allowance, leeway, margin)
Extra examples
The plants have a high tolerance for heat.
Some patients gradually develop a tolerance for the drug and need to be given a larger dose.
Some patients develop greater tolerance for the drug's effects.
Many old people have a very limited tolerance to cold.
The minister preached to the congregation about the need for tolerance.
...a fervent speech that called for tolerance and compassion for those who are different...
...zero tolerance at the academy for cheating and other iniquitous practices...
...gave an eloquent peroration celebrating the nation's long tradition of religious tolerance and pluralism...
Margaret regarded her mother's peculiarities with a fond tolerance.
Word forms
singular: tolerance
plural: tolerances
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