|
|
- pronunciation:
- ta
l
rns
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
the ability or practice of accepting the race, religion, customs, opinions, or the like of other people; absence of negative prejudice; open-mindedness.
- synonyms:
- broad-mindedness, liberalism, open-mindedness, toleration
- antonyms:
- intolerance
- similar words:
- acceptance, altruism, benevolence, consideration, sympathy, understanding
|
| definition 2: |
the act or ability of withstanding or enduring.
her tolerance of hot weather- synonyms:
- acceptance, endurance, forbearance, toleration
- similar words:
- indulgence, patience, resignation, restraint, stoicism, sufferance
|
| definition 3: |
in medicine, the ability to withstand the effects of a drug, poison, or the like.
- similar words:
- acceptance, limit, measure
|
| definition 4: |
in machine parts, a variation in size that will not cause malfunction; allowable variation.
- synonyms:
- margin
- similar words:
- flexibility, give, latitude, leeway, variation
|
| related words: |
charity, equity, forbearance, patience |
|
|
|
|
|
|