tolerates Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition verb. 1 to allow or accept; not oppose or attack; 2 not to be bothered by; endure or bear. Example Sentence She tolerates her child's messy room. Synonyms allow; permit; stand; stand for; take Antonyms resist Hear It! Say It! Write It! tolerates Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: