The Opposite(Antonym) of “tolerate”
The antonyms of tolerate are dislike, hate, and intolerant. These words convey a negative or unfavorable attitude towards something or someone.
Explore all Antonyms of “tolerate”
Definitions and Examples of dislike, hate, intolerant
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To have a feeling of aversion or disapproval towards something or someone.
Example
I dislike spicy food because it upsets my stomach.
hate
To feel intense or passionate dislike towards something or someone.
Example
He hates going to the dentist because it makes him anxious.
Unwilling to accept or respect different opinions, beliefs, or behaviors.
Example
She is intolerant of people who don't share her political views.
Key Differences: dislike vs hate vs intolerant
- 1Dislike is a milder term that describes a feeling of aversion or disapproval.
- 2Hate is a stronger term that conveys intense or passionate dislike.
- 3Intolerant describes a person's unwillingness to accept or respect different opinions, beliefs, or behaviors.
Effective Usage of dislike, hate, intolerant
- 1Express Preferences: Use dislike to express mild disapproval or aversion towards something.
- 2Show Intensity: Use hate to convey strong feelings of dislike or aversion.
- 3Discuss Tolerance: Use intolerant to describe a person's unwillingness to accept or respect different opinions, beliefs, or behaviors.
Remember this!
The antonyms of tolerate have distinct nuances: dislike conveys mild disapproval, hate expresses intense dislike, and intolerant describes a person's unwillingness to accept different opinions, beliefs, or behaviors. Use these words to express preferences, show intensity, and discuss tolerance.
