tolerance

//ˈtɒlərəns//
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Noun

toleranceSingular
tolerancesPlural
1

The ability or willingness to accept or respect the beliefs, practices, or behavior of others, especially those that differ from one's own

Religious tolerance is essential for a peaceful society.

2

The capacity to endure pain, hardship, or difficult conditions without adverse reaction

Athletes need to build up their tolerance for pain during intense training.

3

The ability of an organism to survive or thrive despite exposure to a substance (such as a drug) or environmental condition, often requiring increased amounts to achieve the same effect

Long-term use of the medication led to tolerance, requiring higher doses for pain relief.

4

The permissible deviation from a specified measurement or standard in engineering or manufacturing

The machine parts must be manufactured within a tolerance of 0.01 millimeters.