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    tolerant

    tolerant - Dictionary definition and meaning for word tolerant

    Definition
    (adj) showing respect for the rights or opinions or practices of others Definition
    (adj) tolerant and forgiving under provocation
    Synonyms : kind
    Example Sentence
    • our neighbor was very kind about the window our son broke
    Definition
    (adj) showing or characterized by broad-mindedness
    Synonyms : broad , large-minded , liberal
    Example Sentence
    • a broad political stance
    • generous and broad sympathies
    • a liberal newspaper
    • tolerant of his opponent's opinions
    Definition
    (adj) able to tolerate environmental conditions or physiological stress
    Synonyms : resistant
    Example Sentence
    • the plant is tolerant of saltwater
    • these fish are quite tolerant as long as extremes of pH are avoided
    • the new hybrid is more resistant to drought
    Definition
    (adj) showing the capacity for endurance
    Synonyms : patient of
    Example Sentence
    • injustice can make us tolerant and forgiving
    • a man patient of distractions
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