Gadit

tolerance

Definitions (2)
1nounThe ability or willingness to accept or endure someone or something, especially opinions or behavior that one may not agree with.
Her tolerance for different cultures made her a great traveler.
The teacher showed great tolerance towards the students' mistakes.
Tolerance is essential in a diverse society.
2nounThe capacity to endure continued subjection to something, especially a drug, without adverse reaction.
Over time, his tolerance to the medication increased.
The patient's tolerance for pain was remarkable.
Some people have a higher tolerance for spicy food than others.
Word Origin
Language
Latin
Original word
tolerantia
Originally meant
endurance, forbearance
Background
The word 'tolerance' comes from the Latin 'tolerantia', which means endurance or forbearance. It entered English in the late Middle Ages, reflecting the ability to endure hardship or pain.
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