Learn how to use the comparative “more patient” and superlative “most patient” with example sentences and differences.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Comparative adjectives help us to describe how good or bad something is when compared to something else. For example, something is taller than something else. Superlative adjectives help us to describe something as having the most or least of a particular characteristic within a group. This makes it easier and more accurate to talk about and compare things.

What is the comparative form of “superpatient”?

The comparative form of “superpatient” is “more patient”.

Example

She is more patient than her sister when dealing with difficult situations.

Example

Waiting in line at the grocery store is more patient than rushing through self-checkout.

What is the superlative form of “superpatient”?

The superlative form of “superpatient” is “most patient”.

Example

Among all the siblings, she is the most patient when it comes to dealing with their parents.

Example

The elderly woman waiting for her appointment was the most patient person in the room.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "patient" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more patient" and "most patient" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of tolerance or endurance.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Patient" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more patient”

Used to describe someone who is more accepting or understanding of delays or difficulties.

Example

He is more tolerant of other people's mistakes than his colleagues.

Used to indicate someone who is more patient and able to endure hardships or annoyances without complaint.

Example

The teacher is more forbearing with her students' mistakes than other teachers.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most patient”

Used to describe someone who is the most accepting or understanding of delays or difficulties.

Example

He is the most tolerant person I know when it comes to dealing with challenging situations.

Used to indicate someone who is the most patient and able to endure hardships or annoyances without complaint.

Example

The monk is the most forbearing individual in the monastery.

Using than with comparative “more patient”

When using the comparative form "more patient" to compare two people or situations, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "She is more patient than her sister when dealing with difficult situations." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of patience in "she" is higher than the level of patience in "her sister."

How can I use this expression in context?

“more patient” and “most patient” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Relationships

    He is more patient with his children than his spouse.

    He is more patient with his children than his spouse.

  • 2Customer Service

    The representative on the phone was the most patient I've ever encountered.

    The representative on the phone was the most patient I've ever encountered.

  • 3Healthcare

    The nurse was more patient with the elderly patients than the other staff members.

    The nurse was more patient with the elderly patients than the other staff members.

  • 4Teaching

    The teacher was the most patient with the struggling students.

    The teacher was the most patient with the struggling students.

Related idioms and phrases

Patience is a virtue

The ability to wait calmly for something without getting frustrated is considered a good quality.

Example

I know waiting is hard, but remember, patience is a virtue.

Keep your cool

To remain calm and composed, especially in difficult or frustrating situations.

Example

Even when faced with criticism, he always manages to keep his cool.

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