Sufferance (Noun)
Meaning 1
Patient endurance especially of pain or distress.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The old man's sufferance in the face of his illness was an inspiration to his family and friends.
- Her sufferance of the long and painful treatment was a testament to her courage and determination.
- The people of the war-torn country showed remarkable sufferance in the face of poverty and hardship.
- The patient's sufferance of the chronic pain was evident in her drawn face and tired eyes.
- The martyr's sufferance of torture and imprisonment only strengthened her resolve to fight for her cause.
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Meaning 2
A disposition to tolerate or accept people or situations; "all people should practice toleration and live together in peace".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.