impatience
word
Definition
A feeling of being unable to wait calmly for something, or becoming easily annoyed when things take too long.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly in formal or neutral contexts. Often appears with 'show', 'hide', or 'control' (e.g., 'showing impatience'). Not the same as 'impatient', which describes a person. Refers to the feeling, not the person.
Spanish: impacienciaPortuguese (BR): impaciênciaPortuguese (PT): impaciênciaChinese (Simplified): 不耐烦Chinese (Traditional): 不耐煩Hindi: अधीरताArabic: نفاد الصبر
Example Sentences
Her impatience was clear as she tapped her foot.
basic
He showed impatience when the meeting started late.
basic
Children often have impatience during long trips.
basic
You could sense her impatience just by looking at her face.
natural
His impatience made everyone more nervous.
natural
Waiting in long lines always tests my impatience.
natural