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1. : bearing pains or trials calmly or without complaint. 2. : manifesting forbearance under provocation or strain. 3. : not hasty or impetuous. 4. : steadfast despite opposition, difficulty, or adversity. 5. a. : able or willing to bear used with of. b. : susceptible, admitting. patient of one interpretation. 2 of 2. noun. pa· tient ˈpā-shənt. 1.
adjective. bearing provocation, annoyance, misfortune, delay, hardship, pain, etc., with fortitude and calm and without complaint, anger, or the like. Synonyms: uncomplaining, calm, passive, resigned, long-suffering. Antonyms: hostile. characterized by or expressing such a quality: a patient smile.
PATIENT definition: 1. a person who is receiving medical care, or who is cared for by a particular doctor or dentist…. Learn more.
PATIENT meaning: 1. a person who is receiving medical care, or who is cared for by a particular doctor or dentist…. Learn more.
Jun 11, 2024 · A patient is a person who is receiving medical treatment from a doctor or hospital. A patient is also someone who is registered with a particular doctor.
Definitions of patient. adjective. enduring trying circumstances with even temper or characterized by such endurance. “a patient smile”. “was patient with the children”. “an exact and patient scientist”. “please be patient ”. synonyms: uncomplaining.
1. enduring trying circumstances with even temper. 2. tolerant; understanding. 3. capable of accepting delay with equanimity. 4. persevering or diligent: a patient worker.
Patient definition: Marked by or exhibiting calm endurance of pain, difficulty, provocation, or annoyance.
Definition of patient noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. patient. noun. /ˈpeɪʃnt/ a person who is receiving medical treatment, especially in a hospital. cancer/AIDS/heart patients. critically ill/elderly patients. Hospitals are treating more patients than ever before. patients receiving/undergoing treatment.
someone who is being treated by a doctor, nurse, etc: a cancer patient. More examples. (Definition of patient from the Cambridge Learner's Dictionary © Cambridge University Press)
