tolerating
14 synonyms for tolerating, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — Currently putting up with or permitting something.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
put up
stick out
Frequently asked questions
What does “tolerating” mean?
The word “tolerating” means currently putting up with or permitting something. In plain terms, the present-participle form of "tolerate" — in the process of enduring or allowing something.
How do you use “tolerating” in a sentence?
Here is “tolerating” used in a sentence: “I'm barely tolerating this heat wave.”
What part of speech is “tolerating”?
“Tolerating” is a verb.
