tolerance
word
Definition
The willingness to accept beliefs, behaviors, or practices different from one's own. Also the ability to endure hardship, pain, or a substance without adverse effects.
Usage & Nuances
Social: 'religious/racial/political tolerance'. Medical: 'drug tolerance' (body adapts to a substance, needing more for the same effect), 'lactose tolerance/intolerance'. Engineering: 'manufacturing tolerance' (acceptable variation). Common collocations: 'zero tolerance', 'build up a tolerance', 'show tolerance'.
Example Sentences
The school promotes tolerance and respect for all cultures.
basic
Over time, his body built up a tolerance to the medication.
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There is zero tolerance for bullying in this workplace.
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Living abroad really expanded my tolerance for different ways of thinking.
natural
I have a low tolerance for people who are rude to waitstaff.
natural
The parts must be manufactured within strict tolerances to fit together properly.
natural