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impatience

[im-pey-shuhns] / ɪmˈpeɪ ʃəns /
NOUN
inability, unwillingness to wait
Synonyms
STRONGEST
anger annoyance anxiety eagerness edginess excitement nervousness restlessness uneasiness
STRONG
agitation avidity disquietude expectancy fretfulness haste hastiness heat impetuosity intolerance irritability rashness restiveness shortness suspense vehemence violence
WEAK
ants in pants irritableness quick temper snappiness
Antonyms
STRONGEST
apathy calm calmness contentment enjoyment happiness joy peace
WEAK
control ease endurance forbearance patience tolerance waiting willingness

Example Sentences

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But she faces growing impatience from Venezuelans struggling to pay for food, medicine and other basics.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

The US President has previously signalled his impatience with the lack of swift progress in solving the four-year conflict.

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

Microsoft’s post-earnings stock reaction was the most severe in nearly 13 years, highlighting investor impatience with the company’s artificial-intelligence spending relative to its ability to monetize AI.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 29, 2026

He took my impatience in stride and spoke of plans for me to meet his younger brother soon.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 23, 2026

Twig whispered, and I couldn’t tell if she was asking out of excitement or impatience or fear.

From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller