word
Tolerant
TAH-lur-uhnt
/ˈtɑːlɜːrʌnt/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
tolerant
Dictionary meaning
Showing or characterized by broad-mindedness.
Examples
- Injustice can make us tolerant and forgiving.
- The plant is tolerant of saltwater.
Synonyms: large-minded
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