impatiently

Meaning

In a way that shows annoyance or restlessness because of delays or waiting.

Examples

• She waited impatiently for the bus, checking her watch every few minutes.
• He drummed his fingers impatiently on the table, eager to start the meeting.

Pronunciation: [ɪmˈpeɪʃəntli]

How to Use impatiently

impatiently wait (collocation)

To wait with annoyance or restlessness. — "The children waited impatiently for their parents to arrive."

impatiently ask (collocation)

To ask a question in a way that shows annoyance or restlessness. — "He asked impatiently for the bill."

impatiently say (collocation)

To say something in a way that shows annoyance or restlessness. — ""Are we there yet?" she said impatiently."

Synonyms of impatiently

Words with a similar meaning to impatiently:

• restlessly
• eagerly
• hastily
• impetuously

Antonyms of impatiently

Words with the opposite meaning to impatiently:

• patiently
• calmly