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 To narrow it down further, factor in sunlight requirements and drought tolerance. —

David Beaulieu, The Spruce, 3 Apr. 2026 The consensus among some who spoke amounted mainly to their own tolerance to separate the art from the artist. —

Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 2 Apr. 2026 And depending on your objectives, time horizon, and risk tolerance, a callable bond might be just right for your portfolio. —

Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026 As women’s earning power grows, their tolerance for an unequal domestic arrangement is shrinking. —

Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tolerance

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patience

Noun

Hydration, barrier repair, sun protection and patience with active ingredients will take you further than any single miracle product ever could.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026
The key is consistency and patience.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 7 Apr. 2026