mindmap root((宽容)) forbearing implies patience under provocation and deliberate abstention from harsh judgment, punishment, or vengeance: the most ~of music teachers. tolerant implies a freedom from bias or dogmatism and a reluctance to judge or restrict others harshly who hold opinions or doctrines different from one's own: a very ~ attitude towards dissenters. lenient implies softness of temper and a relaxation of discipline or rigor: ~ parents pay for it later. indulgent implies compliance, mercifulness, and a willingness to make concessions out of charity or clemency: an aunt ~ of her nieces' and nephews' shortcomings.