tolerable
/ˈtɒlərəbl/ · /ˈtɑːlərəbl/
CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #6791 in the learning path
可忍受的
Definitions
adj. unpleasant but possible to endure
可忍受的
adj. acceptable in quality, though not particularly good
尚可的；过得去的
Example
The heat became tolerable once we opened the windows.
我们打开窗户后，炎热就变得可以忍受了。
Improved ventilation can keep classroom temperatures at tolerable levels without relying entirely on air conditioning.
改善通风可以使教室温度保持在可忍受的水平，而不必完全依赖空调。
Collocations
- tolerable pain
- tolerable level
- barely tolerable
Word family
- tolerate (v.)
- tolerably (adv.)
- intolerable (adj.)
- toleration (n.)
Synonyms
- bearable
- endurable
- acceptable
Antonyms
- intolerable
- unbearable
Usage tip
tolerable指可忍受；tolerant指人宽容。
FAQ
- What does tolerable mean?
- unpleasant but possible to endure acceptable in quality, though not particularly good
- How is tolerable pronounced?
- UK /ˈtɒlərəbl/, US /ˈtɑːlərəbl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
