intolerance
noun
in·tol·er·ance
(ˌ)in-ˈtä-lə-rən(t)s 
-ˈtäl-rən(t)s
1
: the quality or state of being intolerant
2
: exceptional sensitivity (as to a drug)
specifically
: inability to properly metabolize or absorb a substance
Examples of intolerance in a Sentence
a group whose mission is to oppose intolerance and extremism
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For this reason, people who have celiac disease, gluten sensitivity, or gluten intolerance should avoid barley.
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Kathi Valeii Published, Verywell Health, 11 Mar. 2025
While some people may benefit from the vitamin C and bromelain in pineapple, others have an allergy or intolerance to pineapple that makes eating it harmful.
—Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2025
For many food intolerances, avoidance is also the primary treatment.
—Corinne Savides Happel, Verywell Health, 5 Mar. 2025
Those with an intolerance should consult a healthcare provider before consumption.
—Larell Scardelli, Verywell Health, 5 Mar. 2025
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Kathi Valeii Published, Verywell Health, 11 Mar. 2025
While some people may benefit from the vitamin C and bromelain in pineapple, others have an allergy or intolerance to pineapple that makes eating it harmful.
—Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2025
For many food intolerances, avoidance is also the primary treatment.
—Corinne Savides Happel, Verywell Health, 5 Mar. 2025
Those with an intolerance should consult a healthcare provider before consumption.
—Larell Scardelli, Verywell Health, 5 Mar. 2025
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“Intolerance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/intolerance. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.
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intolerance
noun
in·tol·er·ance
(ˈ)in-ˈtäl-(ə-)rən(t)s
1
: the quality or state of being intolerant
2
: exceptional sensitivity (as to a drug or food)
Medical Definition
intolerance
noun
in·tol·er·ance
(ˈ)in-ˈtäl(-ə)-rən(t)s
1
: lack of an ability to endure
an intolerance to light
2
: exceptional sensitivity (as to a food or drug)
specifically
: inability to properly metabolize or absorb a substance
glucose intolerance
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