Definition

The quality of being able to be accepted or endured without too much difficulty.

Example

The tolerability of the new medication was tested in clinical trials.

Conversation

I was reading about the tolerability of certain medications.

Oh really? That sounds interesting!

Yeah, it’s important to know how well people can handle them.

Absolutely, especially when it comes to side effects.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tolerability → It is formed from "tolerare" (meaning to bear or endure) and the suffix "-ability" (meaning the quality of being). The word "tolerability" refers to the quality of being able to be endured or accepted.

Memory Tip

Think of the ability to 'bear' or 'endure' something — that's what tolerability means.

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