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The class practised tolerance by listening to different opinions.
What does Tolerance mean?
accepting differences or handling something difficult.
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Tolerance is the ability or willingness to accept differences, allow something, or handle a difficult condition without reacting badly.
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Some plants have a high tolerance for dry weather.
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Tolerance helps communities include people with different backgrounds and beliefs.
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WordTolerance.
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MeaningTolerance means accepting differences or handling something difficult.
ExampleExample: The class practised tolerance by listening to different opinions.
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- tol · er · uns
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- tol
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- uns
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- Put a little extra energy on tol.
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Synonyms
Words like Tolerance
acceptanceWillingness to accept differences.
patienceThe ability to stay calm with difficulty.
open-mindednessWillingness to consider different ideas.
Antonyms
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intoleranceUnwillingness to accept differences.
rejectionRefusal to accept something or someone.
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Tolerance word family
Base word
tolerance
noun
tolerance
Acceptance of differences or ability to handle something.
adjective
tolerant
Willing to accept differences.
verb
tolerate
To accept or put up with something.
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