Patient Definition & Meaning
patient
- adjective
- enduring trying circumstances with even temper or characterized by such endurance; "a patient smile"; "was patient with the children"; "an exact and patient scientist"; "please be patient"
- noun
- a person who requires medical care; "the number of emergency patients has grown rapidly"
- the semantic role of an entity that is not the agent but is directly involved in or affected by the happening denoted by the verb in the clause
"Patient" in song lyrics
See how patient is used in real songs:
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"A new universe in ancient, so I stay patient"
Aesop Rock f/ C-Rayz Walz — Bent Life -
"I'm way too tired to be patient"
Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) f/ Equipto — Dowutigotta -
"My third leg is fatter than a Jenny Craig patient"
Anotha Level — What's That Cha Say
Words that rhyme with patient
Usage tips for "patient"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "patient" 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 patient to find words that pair well.
Use "patient" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does patient mean?
- enduring trying circumstances with even temper or characterized by such endurance; "a patient smile"; "was patient with the children"; "an exact and patient scientist"; "please be patient" a person who requires medical care; "the number of emergency patients has grown rapidly" the semantic role of an entity that is not the agent but is directly involved in or affected by the happening denoted by the verb in the clause
- What part of speech is patient?
- Patient is an adjective and a noun.
- How many definitions does patient have?
- Patient has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).