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tolerance

[ˈtɑːlərəns]

tolerance Definition

  • 1the ability or willingness to tolerate or accept things or people, especially opinions or behavior that you may not agree with
  • 2the amount of something, especially poison, that can be allowed in the body without causing harm

Using tolerance: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tolerance" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    We need to have tolerance for people with different beliefs.

  • Example

    The company has a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination.

  • Example

    The doctor prescribed a low tolerance for alcohol after the surgery.

tolerance Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for tolerance

Antonyms for tolerance

Phrases with tolerance

  • the maximum amount of something that can be tolerated before it becomes harmful

    Example

    The tolerance level for lead in drinking water is very low.

  • a range of acceptable values or conditions

    Example

    The temperature tolerance zone for this species of plant is between 20 and 25 degrees Celsius.

  • education that promotes understanding and acceptance of diversity

    Example

    Tolerance education programs aim to reduce prejudice and discrimination.

Origins of tolerance

from Latin 'tolerantia', meaning 'endurance'

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Summary: tolerance in Brief

Tolerance [ˈtɑːlərəns] refers to the ability or willingness to accept different opinions or behaviors. It can also refer to the amount of something that can be allowed without causing harm, such as poison. Examples include 'We need to have tolerance for people with different beliefs' and 'The company has a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination.' Other phrases include 'tolerance level,' 'tolerance zone,' and 'tolerance education.'

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