Definitions

1. noun

A feeling or attitude of being impatient, often resulting in annoyance or frustration at the delay or slowness of something.

“Her growing impatience with the slow pace of the project caused her to start questioning the project manager’s decisions.”

2. noun

A lack of patience, often leading to irritability or annoyance.

“The long lines and crowded spaces at the airport made me feel a sense of impatience and frustration.”

3. noun

A state of being impatient, often characterized by irritability or annoyance.

“The child’s impatience with the slow pace of the game caused her to start crying.”

4. noun

A quality or characteristic of being impatient.

“His impatience with the slow progress of the research project led him to seek alternative approaches.”