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Synonyms & Similar Words
accepting
accommodating
broad-minded
lenient
permissive
open-minded
patient
forgiving
understanding
liberal
unprejudiced
magnanimous
charitable
benevolent
kind
considerate
empathetic
compassionate
gentle
mild
moderate
restrained
composed
calm
serene
peaceful
conciliatory
appeasing
placating
yielding
flexible
adaptable
cooperative
concordant
harmonious
diplomatic
tactful
discreet
uncomplaining
long-suffering
forbearing
stoical
Meaning of Tolerant
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "tolerant" refers to a person who is willing to accept or endure someone or something unpleasant or unwelcome.
Definitions
- * Merriam-Webster defines "tolerant" as able or willing to tolerate something, especially something unpleasant, or having a character that is free from prejudice and bias.
Example Uses
- The community is known for being tolerant of different cultures and lifestyles.
- * She is a tolerant person who understands that everyone makes mistakes.
- * The new policy aims to promote a more tolerant and inclusive society.
- * The teacher encouraged her students to be more tolerant of each other's opinions.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
intolerant
bigoted
prejudiced
biased
narrow-minded
closed-minded
rigid
inflexible
uncompromising
unyielding
stubborn
obstinate
dogmatic
fanatical
extreme
radical
harsh
severe
strict
uncharitable
unforgiving
merciless
cruel
heartless
unsympathetic
unfeeling
insensitive
dismissive
scornful
contemptuous
disdainful