TOLERANCES 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 Rather than centering the conversation solely around performance, the broader focus is often on aligning investments with long-term goals, timelines, and risk tolerance. —

Wes Moss, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026 For him, there is more patience now, a greater tolerance for complexity. —

Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026 In some cases, hospitals may even need a certain level of tolerance to the minor public disagreements that may arise from content posted online. —

Adam Goodcoff, STAT, 13 May 2026 Overwintering Jubilation™ Gardenia exhibits good cold tolerance. —

Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 13 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for tolerance

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patience

Noun

Thank you for your patience, compassion, and continued support.

— Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 13 May 2026
Wall Street’s patience is not infinite, and Disney stock has been stagnating.

— Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 13 May 2026