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Patience Definition & Meaning

patience
noun
  1. good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence
  2. a card game played by one person

"Patience" in song lyrics

See how patience is used in real songs:

  • "So this year I subtract doubt and add patience"
    The 49ers f/ Midnight Bully — Regain Control
  • "But the rehab to the whole step is for the world to have patience"
    60 Second Assassin f/ Planet Asia — The Throne
  • "Yo revelation nation, kill on occasion, sick of patience"
    9th Prince f/ P.R. Terrorist — Kill or be Killed

Usage tips for "patience"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "patience" 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 patience to find words that pair well.

Use "patience" in a verse

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Frequently asked questions

What does patience mean?
good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence a card game played by one person
What part of speech is patience?
Patience is a noun.
How many definitions does patience have?
Patience has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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