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impatiently Synonyms

Another word for impatiently

Choosing another word for impatiently depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a manner that shows irritation, annoyance, or restlessness at a delay, obstacle, or someone else's shortcomings.

Usage Example

"The commuters sighed and tapped their feet restlessly while waiting for the delayed train."

Strongest
restlessly
Strong
irritably
testily
fretfully
intolerantly
snappily
anxiously

• adverb (Context 2)

With restless eagerness or keen anticipation for something to happen soon.

Usage Example

"The students waited eagerly for the exam results to be posted on the noticeboard."

Strong
eagerly
anxiously
keenly
breathlessly
Weak
avidly

Opposites of impatiently

The opposite of impatiently shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

patiently
calmly
indifferently
apathetically
tolerantly
forbearingly
reluctantly
unenthusiastically
See all opposites of impatiently

• Nearby Words

impatience
impatiens
impatient
impatiently
impeach
impeachable
impeacher

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Impatiently. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/impatiently
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