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tolerance

nounfemininegeneral usevery common/tulɨˈɾɐ̃sjɐ/to·le·rân·ci·a

Definition

1

The ability or willingness to accept, respect, or endure opinions, behaviors, or practices different from one's own, without condemning or opposing them.

Usage examples

Tolerance is essential in a democratic society.
He showed great tolerance towards criticism.

Common combinations

zero tolerancespirit of tolerancelimit of tolerancereligious tolerance