tolerance
/təˈlɜːrəns/ · tol·er·ance
noun
- The ability or willingness to accept or exist in the presence of something, especially when it is unpleasant or difficult. She showed great tolerance for her roommate's snoring.
- A particular degree of resistance to a substance or a condition, especially a chemical or a disease. The antibiotic has a high tolerance for bacteria.
noun
- A state of being allowed or permitted to exist or be done. The new policy has a tolerance for late payments.
noun
- A degree of freedom from restriction or control. The company has a tolerance for employee autonomy.
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Did you know? The concept of tolerance has been a cornerstone of many philosophical and scientific theories, including the idea of the 'tolerance curve' in chemistry, which describes the relationship between the concentration of a substance and its effect on a system.