(for-bear-ance) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a showing of selfcontrol or patience

Example Sentence

She showed great forbearance with the young unruly children.

Synonyms

resisting; avoidance; indulgence; tolerance

Antonyms

anger; indignation; vindictiveness

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Rhymes

  • clarence
  • terence
  • terrance
  • terrence

  • forbearance
  • forebearance