adjective capable of being tolerated or endured; endurable.Conditions were more tolerable in the north during the war because infrastructure remained intact. See the full entry

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noun a condition of anxiety or dread; alarm.She was filled with trepidation, but she finally found the courage to ask for a promotion. See the full entry

adjective fond of socializing with others; sociable.They are both gregarious people and enjoy giving parties. See the full entry

noun something, esp. money, that is illicitly promised or given in return for privileges or favors, usu. to someone in a position of public trust.The congressman was found to have taken bribes…