Basic Details
Word: Tolerate
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To accept something, even if you do not like it or agree with it.
Synonyms: Endure, Bear, Allow
Antonyms: Reject, Prohibit, Oppose
Idioms and Phrases
- Can't tolerate: Not able to accept or handle something. Example: "He can't tolerate loud noises when he studies."
- Give someone a little leeway: To allow some freedom or flexibility. Example: "I can tolerate a bit of noise, but please keep it down."
Usage Examples
Example 1: I can tolerate the occasional rain, but I prefer sunny days for our picnic.
Example 2: It is important to tolerate different opinions in discussions to learn from one another.
Example 3: She learned to tolerate the difficult subjects in school by studying hard and asking for help.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "tolerate" comes from the Latin word "tolerare," which means "to bear" or "to endure"? It has been used in English since the 15th century to describe the ability to accept and allow something.
Famous Quote
"The highest result of education is tolerance." Helen Keller
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "tolerate" mean?
a) To completely agree with someone
b) To accept something even if you dislike it
c) To avoid something at all costs
d) To run away from a situation
Answer: b) To accept something even if you dislike it
2. Which of these is a synonym of "tolerate"?
a) Reject
b) Endure
c) Prohibit
d) Oppose
Answer: b) Endure
3. Which of these is an antonym of "tolerate"?
a) Allow
b) Bear
c) Prohibit
d) Endure
Answer: c) Prohibit
4. Which sentence uses "tolerate" correctly?
a) I cannot tolerate the taste of broccoli.
b) I tolerate my favourite book every week.
c) She tolerates to play piano.
d) They are tolerating the ice cream.
Answer: a) I cannot tolerate the taste of broccoli.
5. Which phrase means the same as "tolerate"?
a) Can't tolerate
b) Give someone a little leeway
c) Run away
d) Ignore everything
Answer: b) Give someone a little leeway
