Synonyms for Tolerate
Definition of tolerate
- verb
- put up with something or somebody unpleasant; "I cannot bear his constant criticism"; "The new secretary had to endure a lot of unprofessional remarks"; "he learned to tolerate the heat"; "She stuck out two years in a miserable marriage"
- recognize and respect (rights and beliefs of others); "We must tolerate the religions of others"
- have a tolerance for a poison or strong drug or pathogen or environmental condition; "The patient does not tolerate the anti-inflammatory drugs we gave him"
7 synonyms found
Writing tips for "tolerate"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like abide, bear, brook can replace "tolerate" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 7 alternatives available, "tolerate" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Tolerate" in song lyrics
See how tolerate is used in real songs:
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"We will not tolerate"
Freestyle Fellowship — Tolerate -
"Cause me gettin burnt or hurt, won't be tolerate"
Lords of the Underground f/ Da Brat — One Day -
"She could serve me pain all night and I could tolerate"
Pharoahe Monch — The Light