Simple meaning
What does Patient mean?
Patient means calm while waiting, or a person getting medical care.
Dictionary definition
Able to stay calm and keep waiting without getting upset; also a person receiving care from a doctor.
Example sentences
Patient in a sentence
easy
Be patient while your turn comes around.
medium
The teacher was patient when we asked more questions.
hard
The nurse checked each patient with care.
Synonyms
Words like Patient
Antonyms
Opposite words
impatientUse when someone cannot wait calmly.
restlessUse when someone cannot stay calm or still.
Word family
Patient word family
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Practice 1
What does patient mean as an adjective?
Patient means staying calm even when waiting is hard.
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