🤲tolerance

noun
/ˈtɒlərəns/

Meaning

The ability or willingness to accept or endure differences, behaviors, or opinions without hostility.
the ability to accept different opinions or behavior; willingness to allow something to exist

Example Sentences

Her tolerance for different cultures impressed everyone.

Religious tolerance is important in a diverse society.

Example Expressions

zero tolerance

Synonyms

acceptance, patience, endurance, open-mindedness, leniency, understanding, forbearance
Entry 1
acceptance, patience, endurance, open-mindedness, leniency
Entry 2
acceptance, patience, understanding, forbearance

Antonyms

intolerance, rejection, prejudice, bigotry
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intolerance, rejection, prejudice
Entry 2
intolerance, prejudice, bigotry, rejection

Collocations

cultural tolerance, religious tolerance, show tolerance, promote tolerance, zero tolerance, tolerance level
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cultural tolerance, religious tolerance, show tolerance, promote tolerance
Entry 2
religious tolerance, zero tolerance, tolerance level

More Example Sentences

I think tolerance is the foundation of building a good society.

Living in a multicultural society increases our tolerance and understanding.

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