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Impatience Definition & Meaning

impatience
noun
  1. a lack of patience; irritation with anything that causes delay
  2. a restless desire for change and excitement
  3. a dislike of anything that causes delay

"Impatience" in song lyrics

See how impatience is used in real songs:

  • "And enjoy it's aroma, but if in consideration of your impatience"
    The Rodentz f/ Knickolist Knowledge — Zero Gunz
  • "For such a face shouldn't have impatience"
    Solomon Wise f/ Killah Priest — My Dreams
  • "new guinea impatience"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "impatience"

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Frequently asked questions

What does impatience mean?
a lack of patience; irritation with anything that causes delay a restless desire for change and excitement a dislike of anything that causes delay
What part of speech is impatience?
Impatience is a noun.
How many definitions does impatience have?
Impatience has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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