impatience
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for impatience, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A lack of patience; restlessness or irritation at delay.
Synonyms
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How to use impatience
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French impacience, from Latin impatientia.
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What does “impatience” mean?
The word “impatience” means a lack of patience; restlessness or irritation at delay. In plain terms, not wanting to wait — restlessness or eagerness for something to happen sooner.
How do you pronounce “impatience”?
“Impatience” is pronounced ihm-PAY-shuhns (/ɪmˈpeɪʃəns/ in IPA).
How do you use “impatience” in a sentence?
Here is “impatience” used in a sentence: “His impatience showed as he tapped his foot in the queue.”
What part of speech is “impatience”?
“Impatience” is a noun.
Where does the word “impatience” come from?
The word “impatience” comes from Latin. From Old French impacience, from Latin impatientia.