Meaning of 'tolerate'

Find the meaning of the word ‘tolerate’

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Meaning of ‘tolerate’

4 definitions found.

tolerate

verb

put up with something or somebody unpleasant

Synonyms: support

verb

allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting

Synonyms: permit

verb

have a tolerance for a poison or strong drug or pathogen or environmental condition

Example: "The patient does not tolerate the anti-inflammatory drugs we gave him"

verb

recognize and respect the rights and beliefs of others

Example: "We must tolerate the religions of others."

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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