Synonyms of the word

longanimous

• adj. Long-suffering; patient; showing self-control and restraint.

forbearing

• n. forbearance; restraint.
• adj. Characterized by patience and indulgence; long-suffering.
• v. present participle of forbear.

patient

• adj. (of a person) Willing to wait if necessary; not losing one's temper while waiting.
• adj. Constant in pursuit or exertion; persevering; calmly diligent.
• adj. (obsolete) Physically able to suffer or bear.
• n. A person or animal who receives treatment from a doctor or other medically educated person.
• n. (linguistics, grammar) The noun or noun phrase that is semantically on the receiving end of a verb's action.
• n. One who, or that which, is passively affected; a passive recipient.