Top synonyms for “patient”: affected role, patient role, diligent, enduring, forbearing, long-suffering, longanimous, patient of, and 3 more below.
Definitions
- (noun)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
- (noun)a person who requires medical care“the number of emergency patients has grown rapidly”
- (adjective)enduring trying circumstances with even temper or characterized by such endurance“a patient smile”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "patient"?
Common synonyms for "patient" include affected role, patient role, diligent, enduring, forbearing, long-suffering. Our thesaurus lists 11 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "patient"?
Antonyms for "patient" include impatient. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "patient" mean?
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
How do I use synonyms when writing lyrics?
Synonyms give you more options to match syllable counts, meter, and rhyme schemes. When a word fits the meaning but not the rhythm, swap in a synonym with a different syllable count. Click any synonym above to jump straight to its rhyme page and continue writing.
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