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Meaning of wait patiently
To remain in a state of expectation or inaction, without complaining or showing annoyance, until something happens or someone arrives.
Etymology of wait patiently
The phrase "wait patiently" has its roots in Old English and Middle English, with "wait" coming from the Old English word "wæitan", meaning "to watch" or "to await", and "patiently" coming from the Old French word "pacient", meaning "suffering" or "enduring".
The phrase has been used in English since the 15th century to convey the idea of waiting calmly and without complaint.
Synonyms
bear with
be patient
endure
tolerate
abide
persist
stay calm
keep calm
bide your time
hold on
hold out
persevere
carry on
continue
remain
stay
hang in
see it through
go steady
keep going
wait quietly
wait calmly
wait serenely
wait peacefully
wait composedly
wait unruffled
wait steadfastly
wait uncomplainingly
wait resignedly
wait submissively
Definitions
- To remain in a state of expectation or inaction, without complaining or showing annoyance, until something happens or someone arrives, according to Oxford Languages.
- * To keep oneself in a state of calmness and composure while waiting for something to happen or someone to arrive.
Usage Examples
- We had to wait patiently for the doctor to see us.
- * She waited patiently for her turn to speak.
- * They waited patiently for the bus to arrive.
- * He waited patiently for the results of the exam.
- * The crowd waited patiently for the concert to start.