as in patience
the capacity to endure what is difficult or disagreeable without complaining
showed great tolerance in dealing with the child's tantrums
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of tolerance
The theoretical ways drugs can affect heat tolerance are well-known, but there haven't been enough systematic analyses looking at how, and at what levels, and for whom drugs affect heat tolerance, says Yorgi Mavros, a heat expert at The University of Sydney.
—
Alejandra Borunda, NPR, 30 July 2025
This information is being presented without consideration of the investment objectives, risk tolerance, or financial circumstances of any specific investor and might not be suitable for all investors.
—Wes Moss, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
The exact temperature thresholds that trigger heat advisories vary geographically, but all current warnings indicate conditions that push the human body beyond normal heat tolerance limits.
—Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 July 2025
Teach emotional tolerance, not just problem-solving.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 29 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for tolerance
Alejandra Borunda, NPR, 30 July 2025
This information is being presented without consideration of the investment objectives, risk tolerance, or financial circumstances of any specific investor and might not be suitable for all investors.
—Wes Moss, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
The exact temperature thresholds that trigger heat advisories vary geographically, but all current warnings indicate conditions that push the human body beyond normal heat tolerance limits.
—Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 July 2025
Teach emotional tolerance, not just problem-solving.
—Sherri Gordon, Parents, 29 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for tolerance
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tolerance
patience
Noun
-
Removing facial hair is a delicate process that sounds intimidating but is easy enough for anyone to do with a little patience.—
Jennifer Chan,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
-
That patience will serve Williams well, according to Ulreich, who witnessed those traits last season.—
Matt Le Cren,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Aug. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Tolerance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tolerance. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share