tolerance meaning and definition

TOLERANCE noun

Definition of tolerance (noun)

1. the power or capacity of an organism to tolerate unfavorable environmental conditions
2. a disposition to allow freedom of choice and behavior
   • synonyms: permissiveness
   • antonym: restrictiveness
3. the act of tolerating something
4. willingness to recognize and respect the beliefs or practices of others
   • antonym: intolerance
5. a permissible difference; allowing some freedom to move within limits
   • synonyms: allowance, leeway, margin