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/ˈpeɪ.ʃənt/

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Translation

Able to wait calmly for a long time without getting angry.

Word origin

From Latin patiens, meaning bearing or enduring calmly.

Origin
Latin
Root
patiens

Examples

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Here "patient" means to wait calmly without getting cross.

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"Patient" means she stayed calm and did not get angry.

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Here "patient" means to keep calm and give it time.

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This word is part of lesson 16.