TOLERANCE Synonyms: 29 Similar and Opposite Words

tolerance

noun

ˈtä-lə-rən(t)s

as in patience

the capacity to endure what is difficult or disagreeable without complaining showed great tolerance in dealing with the child's tantrums

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Recent Examples of tolerance What followed was a collision between NHL culture and international hockey’s zero-tolerance approach to fighting — and Wilson’s teammates loved every second of it. —

Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 17 Feb. 2026 What about people with high opioid tolerance? —

Parker Crutchfield, STAT, 17 Feb. 2026 Risk tolerance also comes down to personal comfort, as some people can stomach market swings better than others. —

Personal Finance, TheWeek, 16 Feb. 2026 Symptoms depend on fiber type, amount, hydration, and individual tolerance. —

Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 16 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tolerance

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patience

Noun

July 23 – August 22 Shared truths grow when fertilized with trust and patience.

— Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2026
Species like Spirostreptus sculptus persisted for over a century without scientific notice, but continuing pressure from agriculture may not afford such patience going forward.

— Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 25 Feb. 2026