tolerate

/tˈɒləɹˌe‍ɪt/

/ˈtɑɫɝˌeɪt/

[verb]

to tolerate

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to endure or bear something unpleasant without complaining or becoming excessively emotional

synonyms : abide

to not oppose or prohibit something one does not like or agree with

synonyms : allow

permit

have a tolerance for a poison or strong drug or pathogen or environmental condition

recognize and respect (rights and beliefs of others)

Examples

1. I simply can't tolerate her selfish behavior any longer.

2. By taking this action, we are sending a message that bullying will not be tolerated.

3. The entrepreneur who quit after facing a few minor setbacks will never build a successful business, proving that a man who cannot tolerate small misfortunes, can never accomplish great things.

4. I can't believe that I have to tolerate her for the entire term!