Synonyms for
Tolerance
Definition
Tolerance means accepting and respecting other people's beliefs, opinions, or behaviors without criticizing or trying to change them.
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Synonyms by register
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- religious tolerance
- racial tolerance
- social tolerance
- tolerance for
- level of tolerance
- show tolerance
- mutual tolerance
- promote tolerance
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Usage note
Tolerance often implies acceptance of differences, especially in beliefs or practices. It can sometimes be used to mean merely putting up with something one dislikes, which can carry a slightly negative connotation.
Example sentences
- Tolerance is an important value to have in a diverse society.
- We should always show tolerance towards people who have different beliefs or opinions than us.
- My parents taught me to have tolerance and respect for all people.
- Lack of tolerance can lead to conflict and violence.
- Tolerance means being able to disagree with someone without being disrespectful or hateful.
Quotes
Tolerance is the only real test of civilization. - Arthur Helps
Intolerance is itself a form of violence and an obstacle to the growth of a true democratic spirit. - Mahatma Gandhi
Tolerance implies no lack of commitment to one's own beliefs. Rather it condemns the oppression or persecution of others. - John F. Kennedy