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TOLERATE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Tolerate.

How to pronounce tolerate:

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Tolerate - as a verb

Put up with something or somebody unpleasant

Example: "I cannot bear his constant criticism"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abide8bear6brook11digest8endure7stand6stick outstomach14suffer12support11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
allow8countenance15let3permit10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Recognize and respect (rights and beliefs of others)

Example: "We must tolerate the religions of others"

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"

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

Example: "We don't allow dogs here"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
allow8permit10

Example Sentences

"I cannot tolerate people who are constantly late."
"Parents need to learn how to tolerate their children's mistakes."
"I can tolerate spicy food, but not overly hot dishes."
"It's important to tolerate different opinions in a democratic society."
"She cannot tolerate the sound of nails on a chalkboard."
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Word Game Points

Is TOLERATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tolerate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TOLERATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is TOLERATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tolerate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TOLERATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is TOLERATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tolerate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TOLERATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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