What does sufferance mean?
nounThe state of being allowed to do something or the ability to endure a difficult situation. Sufferance is often used to describe a situation where someone is forced to accept a difficult or unpleasant circumstance.
Example
"The company's sufferance of the economic downturn was a testament to its resilience."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.