impatient
The word “impatient” has 3 syllables: im-pa-tient
It's pronounced as /ɪmˈpeɪ.ʃənt/
What is synonym and antonym for impatient?
In the thesaurus, “impatient” has 9 synonyms and 14 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for impatient along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for impatient
- anxious
- ardent
- avid
- complaining
- eager
- enthusiastic
- excited
- hungry
- intolerant
Antonyms for impatient
- abiding
- aloof
- apathetic
- casual
- disinterested
- enduring
- indifferent
- nonchalant
- patient
- tolerant
- unconcerned
- unenthusiastic
- uninterested
- willing
Meanings of impatient
- adjective
- Restless and intolerant of delays.
- Anxious and eager, especially to begin something.
- Not to be borne; unendurable.
- Prompted by, or exhibiting, impatience.
Example Sentences
- She became impatient while waiting in the long queue at the grocery store.
- His impatient tone revealed his frustration with the delay.
- The children grew impatient as the game was postponed due to rain.
- He is often impatient when things don’t go according to his plan.
- The audience grew impatient as the concert started an hour late.
On this page you'll find 23 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to impatient, such as: abiding, aloof, anxious, apathetic, ardent, avid, casual.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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eagerly
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