tolerate

verb

1. 1

   put up with something or somebody unpleasant

   I cannot bear his constant criticism

   The new secretary had to endure a lot of unprofessional remarks

2. 2

   allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting

   We don't allow dogs here

   Children are not permitted beyond this point

3. 3

   have a tolerance for a poison or strong drug or pathogen or environmental condition

   The patient does not tolerate the anti-inflammatory drugs we gave him

4. 4

   recognize and respect (rights and beliefs of others)

   We must tolerate the religions of others