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    Tolérer (en. Tolerate)

    [tɔ.le.ʁe]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To bear or allow something, generally represented by a passive attitude.
    He tolerates the derogatory remarks from his colleagues.
    Il tolère les réflexions désobligeantes de ses collègues.
    To admit or accept differences without judging or condemning them.
    She tolerates the differing opinions of others.
    Elle tolère les opinions différentes des autres.
    To allow something that is normally unacceptable.
    The law tolerates certain exceptions to the rule.
    La loi tolère certaines exceptions au règlement.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'tolerare', which means 'to bear'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    tolerate the unacceptable
    Accepting something that should not be accepted.
    tolérer l'inacceptable
    tolerate differences
    Accepting diverse opinions and lifestyles.
    tolérer les différences
    tolerate a mistake
    Acknowledging that a mistake has been made without punishment.
    tolérer une erreur

    Related Words

    intolerant
    Who does not tolerate differences.
    intolérant
    tolerance
    Ability or attitude to tolerate.
    tolerance
    tolerable
    That can be tolerated.
    tolerable

    Slang Meanings

    To take it upon oneself
    I take it upon myself and tolerate his behavior.
    Je prends sur moi et je tolère son comportement.
    To let it go
    Sometimes, it’s better to let it go and tolerate.
    Parfois, il vaut mieux laisser couler et tolérer.