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UK:**UK and possibly other pronunciationsUK and possibly other pronunciations/ˈpeɪʃəns/US:USA pronunciation: IPA and respellingUSA pronunciation: IPA/ˈpeɪʃəns/ ,USA pronunciation: respelling(pāshəns)


patience
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Sense: Noun: ability to endure
Synonyms:
tolerance, calmness, even temper, poise Collocations, forbearance, composure, stoicism, imperturbability, self-control, sufferance, leniency
Antonyms:
impatience, hastiness, restlessness, intolerance, resistance Collocations, anxiety Collocations, annoyance Collocations, agitation, indignation, anger Collocations, outrage Collocations, wrath Collocations
Sense: Noun: perseverance
Synonyms:
perseverance, persistence, resolve Collocations, steadiness, endurance Collocations, application Collocations, obstinacy, tenacity, steadfastness, stamina Collocations, industry Collocations, concentration, fortitude
Antonyms:
weakness Collocations, laziness, lethargy, fear Collocations, dread Collocations, frustration, cowardice, doubt Collocations, edginess, unrest Collocations, excitement Collocations, hurry Collocations, jumpiness

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