tolerant

The definition of tolerant is a person who understands and accepts the different ideals and beliefs of others.

(adjective)

An example of tolerant is three best friends who are Jewish, Christian and Muslim.

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See tolerant in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

  1. having or showing tolerance of others' beliefs, practices, etc.
  2. Med. of or having tolerance

Origin: L tolerans, prp.: see tolerate

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See tolerant in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
  1. Inclined to tolerate the beliefs, practices, or traits of others; forbearing. See Synonyms at broad-minded.
  2. Able to withstand or endure an adverse environmental condition: plants tolerant of extreme heat.

Origin:

Origin: French tolérant

Origin: , from Latin tolerāns

Origin: , present participle of tolerāre, to bear; see tolerate

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Related Forms:

  • tolˈer·ant·ly adverb

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