What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
impatient
Example
She was becoming impatient waiting for her friend to arrive. [impatient: adjective]
Example
He tapped his foot impatiently as he waited in line. [impatiently: adverb]
hasty
Example
She made a hasty decision and regretted it later. [hasty: adjective]
Example
He acted hastily and ended up making a mistake. [hastily: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Impatient is more commonly used than hasty in everyday language. Impatient is a common feeling that people experience when they have to wait for something. Hasty is less common and is usually used to describe a specific action or decision.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between impatient and hasty?
Both impatient and hasty are informal words that are used in casual conversation. However, hasty may be considered slightly more formal because it is less commonly used in everyday language.
