Synonyms for Tolerant

Definition of tolerant

adjective
  1. showing respect for the rights or opinions or practices of others
  2. tolerant and forgiving under provocation; "our neighbor was very kind about the window our son broke"
  3. showing or characterized by broad-mindedness; "a broad political stance"; "generous and broad sympathies"; "a liberal newspaper"; "tolerant of his opponent's opinions"

6 synonyms found

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"Tolerant" in song lyrics

See how tolerant is used in real songs:

  • "Yes all of it, hurry up I'm being tolerant"
    Benefit — Fairwell
  • "all I see is digits its never enough I'm high tolerant"
    Omni f/ Myka 9 — Back at It
  • "But if you remain tolerant"
    A-Plus (Souls of Mischief) — Greed

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