Synonyms: broad, liberal, large-minded, tolerant
Definition: showing or characterized by broad-mindedness
Usage: a broad political stance; generous and broad sympathies; a liberal newspaper; tolerant of his opponent's opinions
Similar words: broad-minded
Definition: inclined to respect views and beliefs that differ from your own
Usage: a judge who is broad-minded but even-handed
Definition: tolerant and forgiving under provocation
Usage: our neighbor was very kind about the window our son broke
Similar words: forgiving
Definition: inclined or able to forgive and show mercy
Usage: a kindly forgiving nature; a forgiving embrace to the naughty child
Synonyms: patient of, tolerant
Definition: showing the capacity for endurance
Usage: injustice can make us tolerant and forgiving; a man patient of distractions
Similar words: patient
Definition: enduring trying circumstances with even temper or characterized by such endurance
Usage: a patient smile; was patient with the children; an exact and patient scientist; please be patient
Definition: able to tolerate environmental conditions or physiological stress
Usage: the plant is tolerant of saltwater; these fish are quite tolerant as long as extremes of pH are avoided; the new hybrid is more resistant to drought
Similar words: tolerable
Definition: capable of being borne or endured
Usage: the climate is at least tolerable
Synonyms: tolerant
Definition: showing respect for the rights or opinions or practices of others
Similar words: unbigoted
Definition: not opinionated