1. allowing something unpleasant or disagreeable to exist or happen without interference
Usage: present participle of tolerate
2. accepting or being patient with someone whose opinions or behavior differ from one’s own
Usage: present participle of tolerate
3. being able to take a medicine or treatment without harmful effects
Usage: present participle of tolerate; medical

Examples

• She is tolerating the noise from the construction site next door.
• The teacher is tolerating the student’s frequent questions patiently.
• He has difficulty tolerating spicy food.
• The company is tolerating flexible work schedules for parents.
• The patient is tolerating the new medication well.
• I’m barely tolerating this hot weather.
• The school is tolerating students wearing casual clothes on Fridays.