Adolescence /ˌæd

tolerant /ˈtɒl. ə r. ə nt/ /ˈtɑː.lɚ-/ adjective ABLE TO DEAL WITH
2. able to deal with something unpleasant or annoying, or to continue existing despite bad or difficult conditions
I think men are less tolerant of stress than women.
Compared to other plants, rye is more tolerant of drought.
acquire /əˈkwaɪə r / /-ˈkwaɪɚ/ verb [ T ]
to get something
He acquired the firm in 1978.
I was wearing a newly/recently acquired jacket.
I seem to have acquired (= have got although I don't know how) two copies of this book.
During this period he acquired a reputation for being a womanizer.
develop /dɪˈvel.əp/ verb GROW
1. [ I or T ] to (cause something to) grow or change into a more advanced, larger or stronger form
It became clear that he wasn't developing like all the other little boys.
The fear is that these minor clashes may develop into all-out confrontation.
Over time, their acquaintance developed into a lasting friendship.
This exercise is designed to develop the shoulder and back muscles.
I'm looking for a job which will enable me to develop my skills/talents.
gesture /ˈdʒes.tʃə r / /-tʃɚ/ verb [ I ]
to use a gesture to express or emphasize something
When he asked where the children were, she gestured vaguely in the direction of the beach.
He made no answer but walked on, gesturing for me to follow.