Synonyms for Patient
Definition of 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
7 synonyms found
Writing tips for "patient"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like diligent, enduring, forbearing can replace "patient" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 7 alternatives available, "patient" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"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