patient




enduring trying circumstances with even temper or characterized by such endurance

"a patient smile"; "was patient with the children"; "an exact and patient scientist"; "please be patient"

Antonym:
  • impatient

Nearest:
  • diligent; persevering
  • enduring; long-suffering
  • forbearing; longanimous
  • tolerant; patient of
  • unhurried


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