brook (verb) – tolerate or allow; to put up with

(Pronounced brook)

To remember the definition of the word brook (verb), use the following mnemonic:

Note: If you do not brook something, for example an argument or a delay, then you do not allow or accept it.

The brook (brook) was too small to allow the canoeist to use it.

Examples of brook (verb) in a sentence

She wouldn't brook any criticism of her homework.

It was hard for the racing driver to brook that he had lost.

She had to brook her husband snoring every night.