Impatient Definition & Meaning

impatient
adjective
  1. restless or short-tempered under delay or opposition; "impatient with the slower students"; "impatient of criticism"
  2. (usually followed by `to') full of eagerness; "impatient to begin"; "raring to go"

"Impatient" in song lyrics

See how impatient is used in real songs:

  • "Keep this in rotation, I'm gettin impatient"
    Akrobatik — Ak B. Nimble
  • "Cause I'm hungry for the green, so I stay's impatient"
    Boss Hogg Outlawz — Boyz-N-Blue
  • "I'ma wait in my time to shine but daily I grow impatient"
    Bubba Sparxxx — Infected

Usage tips for "impatient"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "impatient" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for impatient to find words that pair well.

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