Forbearingly: meaning, definitions and examples

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forbearingly

 

[ fɔrˈbɛərɪŋli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a patient and tolerant manner

Forbearingly is an adverb that describes someone acting with patience and tolerance, even in difficult situations. It implies a sense of self-control and restraint, often in the face of provocation or annoyance. People who behave forbearingly demonstrate a willingness to overlook faults or mistakes in others, showing understanding and compassion.

Synonyms

leniently, patiently, tolerantly.

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Word Description / Examples
forbearingly

When someone is able to control their emotions or behavior in the face of difficult situations or provocations.

  • She listened to his complaints forbearingly, never losing her composure
patiently

When someone can calmly wait for something to happen or deal with various problems without becoming annoyed or anxious.

  • He waited patiently for his turn at the doctor's office
tolerantly

In situations where a person shows acceptance and openness toward different opinions, behaviors, or cultures, even if they disagree or it is difficult for them.

  • She spoke tolerantly about the diverse practices and traditions in her community
leniently

Describing a situation where rules or punishments are applied in a less strict or severe manner, often showing mercy or clemency.

  • The judge fined him leniently due to his clean record and young age

Examples of usage

  • She listened forbearingly to his complaints, without interrupting.
  • Despite the delay, she waited forbearingly for her friend to arrive.
  • His forbearingly calm response diffused the tense situation quickly.
  • I appreciate how you handled the situation forbearingly.
  • The teacher dealt forbearingly with the disruptive student.

Translations

Translations of the word "forbearingly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pacientemente

🇮🇳 धैर्यपूर्वक

🇩🇪 geduldig

🇮🇩 dengan sabar

🇺🇦 терпляче

🇵🇱 cierpliwie

🇯🇵 辛抱強く

🇫🇷 patiemment

🇪🇸 pacientemente

🇹🇷 sabırlı bir şekilde

🇰🇷 참을성 있게

🇸🇦 بصبر

🇨🇿 trpělivě

🇸🇰 trpezlivo

🇨🇳 耐心地

🇸🇮 potrpežljivo

🇮🇸 þolinmóður

🇰🇿 шыдамдылықпен

🇬🇪 მოთმინებით

🇦🇿 səbirli

🇲🇽 pacientemente

Etymology

The word 'forbearingly' is derived from the verb 'forbear,' which comes from Middle English 'forberen,' meaning 'to endure.' The suffix '-ingly' is added to form the adverbial form. The concept of forbearance has roots in Old English and has evolved over time to represent patience and tolerance in modern usage.