Patient (Adjective)
Meaning
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".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- She was patient with her customers, answering each of their many questions with a smile.
- A patient attitude is essential for a career in teaching.
- He is a patient researcher, willing to spend years gathering data before publishing his findings.
- The nurse's patient demeanor helped to calm the frightened child.
- Please be patient as we wait in line for the new roller coaster to open.