Definitions

1. noun

The ability or willingness to accept or appreciate a person, situation, or thing that may be considered unpleasant or disagreeable.

“She tried to practice tolerance when her neighbor’s loud music bothered her.”

2. noun

The ability of a substance or system to withstand a particular condition or process, such as heat, light, or chemicals.

“The fabric showed good tolerance for washing and drying.”

3. noun

A specific amount or degree of a substance or condition, especially in medicine.

“The doctor prescribed a low dose of the medication due to her tolerance.”

4. noun

A person or group that is allowed to live or work in a particular area, especially one that is occupied by another group.

“The tolerance of the minority group in the city was a topic of debate.”

5. verb

To allow or put up with something unpleasant or disagreeable.

“She learned to tolerate her long commute to work.”

6. verb

To have a certain amount or degree of a substance or condition, especially in medicine.

“The patient’s body had developed a tolerance to the antibiotic.”