tolerate

[tol-uh-reyt] / ˈtɒl əˌreɪt /

VERB

allow, indulge

Synonyms

STRONGEST

abide accept brook condone countenance endure permit stand for

STRONG

admit authorize bear go have hear humor pocket receive sanction stand stomach suffer sustain swallow take undergo

WEAK

bear with blink at consent to go along with live with put up with sit and take it sit still for stay the course string along submit to tough out wink at

Antonyms

STRONGEST

deny disagree disallow dispute refuse reject

STRONG

abstain avoid discontinue dodge exclude expel give offer stop veto

WEAK

check disapprove halt

Example Sentences

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Would this be tolerated as the exercise of free speech?

From The Wall Street Journal

Concepts developed to help patients tolerate distress have migrated into policy, where they serve the opposite function.

From The Wall Street Journal

"The Australian Government does not tolerate surveillance, harassment, or threats towards any Australian citizens or individuals lawfully in Australia," said a spokesperson for the Department of Home Affairs.

From Barron's

A committee that sees supply expanding quickly can tolerate firmer growth without tightening.

From Barron's

"We will not allow anarchy, and we will not tolerate any harm to IDF servicemen and security forces who carry out their duties with dedication and determination."

From BBC

tolerate

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