English · Emotions & Feelings
impatience
ɪmˈpeɪʃəns
[ɪmˈpeɪʃəns]
the inability to wait calmly
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A feeling of restless annoyance at having to wait.
Example
She tapped her foot with impatience.
She tapped her foot with impatience.
Etymology
From Latin 'impatientia' meaning 'inability to endure'.
How & Where It’s Used
Names the state of being unable to wait calmly.