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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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In general, they always prefer early records because they’re filled with that youthful sort of impatience.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

A record 68 S&P 1500 CEOs were named in 2025, indicating investor impatience with leaders slow to adapt to an AI-centric future.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 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

At the time there may have been no precise form of words; in fact, she may have experienced nothing more than impatience to begin writing again.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan