What is another word for acquired tolerance?
Pronunciation: [ɐkwˈa͡ɪ͡əd tˈɒləɹəns] (IPA) 
Acquired tolerance is the ability of the body to adjust to the constant presence of a substance, which decreases the user's sensitivity to the effects of the substance over time. There are various synonyms used to describe acquired tolerance in different contexts. One such synonym is drug tolerance, used when referring to the tolerance developed to drugs taken over long periods. Another synonym is desensitization, used when referring to the gradual reduction in sensitivity to allergens that are the causative agents of allergic reactions. Lastly, physiological adaptation, used when referring to the body's ability to adjust and adapt to environmental stressors, also serves as a synonym for acquired tolerance.
