patiently

[ˈpeɪʃəntli]

patiently Definition

  • 1in a way that shows tolerance and understanding towards someone or something that is causing inconvenience or delay
  • 2in a way that involves waiting calmly for a long time without becoming annoyed or anxious

Using patiently: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "patiently" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She waited patiently for her turn to speak.

  • Example

    He listened patiently to her complaints.

  • Example

    The teacher explained the concept patiently to the students who were struggling with it.

patiently Synonyms and Antonyms

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Summary: patiently in Brief

The adverb 'patiently' [ˈpeɪʃəntli] describes a manner of showing tolerance and understanding towards someone or something that is causing inconvenience or delay, or waiting calmly for a long time without becoming annoyed or anxious. It is often used in situations where one needs to wait for something or someone, such as waiting for a turn or listening to someone's complaints.

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