tolerable

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Tolerable' refers to something that is satisfactory or acceptable without being especially pleasant or enjoyable. Think of it like a meal that's not amazing, but it's good enough to fill your stomach.

Examples in Different Contexts

In the workplace, 'tolerable' might describe acceptable levels of stress or workload. A manager might observe, 'The team’s workload is high but still tolerable; however, additional tasks may lead to burnout.'

Practice Scenarios

Creative

Scenario:

The current design doesn't represent our brand effectively. Let's reconvene and brainstorm some fresh ideas.

Response:

I agree, our design should not just be tolerable. It should be exceptional, embodying our brand values fully.

Business

Scenario:

Our current service level is not creating enthusiastic customers. We definitely need to modify our approach.

Response:

Yes, instead of settling for tolerable service, we could devise methods to delight our customers.