Meaning & Definition of word "Impatience"

Impatience

/ɪmˈpeɪʃəns/

noun:

  • 1. the quality of being unable to wait calmly for something or someone.
    • Example: Her impatience grew as the train failed to arrive on time.
  • 2. a sense of annoyance or frustration at delays or unexpected obstacles.
    • Example: He expressed his impatience with the slow service at the restaurant.
  • 3. a lack of patience, often resulting in restlessness.
    • Example: The child's impatience was evident as he repeatedly asked when they would leave.
  • 4. a state of being eager for something to happen.
    • Example: There was an air of impatience in the crowd waiting for the concert to start.

Etymology

From Latin 'impatientia', meaning 'not patient'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

patience is a virtue:

A saying that implies patience is an admirable quality.

impatience of youth:

Refers to the tendency of young people to be impatient.

no patience for:

To have little tolerance or willingness to wait or endure.

Related Words

patient:

Able to accept or tolerate delays, problems, or suffering.

impatient:

Having or showing a tendency to be quickly irritated or provoked.

Slang Meanings of impatience

Meaning: Anxiousness

Example Sentence: I'm feeling a bit anxious about the results; my impatience is kicking in.

Meaning: Hurry up vibes

Example Sentence: He's giving off some serious hurry up vibes while waiting for the food.