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Definition of patiently adverb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

patiently

adverb
 
/ˈpeɪʃntli/
 
/ˈpeɪʃntli/
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  1. in a way that shows that you are able to wait for a long time or to accept annoying behaviour or difficulties without becoming angry
    • Everyone waited patiently for me to get it right.
    • She sat patiently waiting for her turn.
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