patient

Definitions

Able to accept or tolerate delays, problems, or suffering without becoming annoyed or anxious.

A person receiving or registered to receive medical treatment.

Examples

You need to be patient while the software finishes installing.

The doctor examined the patient to determine the cause of the symptoms.

Synonyms

tolerant forbearing composed persistent uncomplaining long-suffering steady

Antonyms

impatient intolerant restless hasty impulsive fretful agitated