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forbearing
verb
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Divide forbearing into syllables:

for · bear · ing

How to pronounce forbearing:

Definition of forbearing:

forbearing (verb):
to hold oneself back from especially with an effort

Synonyms for forbearing:

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analysand
arthritic
case
doctor-patient relation
hypertensive
hypochondriac
hypotensive
index case
inmate
inpatient
nurse-patient relation
outpatient
sick person
sufferer
vaccinee

Antonyms for forbearing:

abrupt
aggravated
agitated
annoyed
antsy
bad-tempered
brusque
cantankerous
complaining
crabby
cranky
critical
cross
crotchety
curt
demanding
disapproving
discontented
disgruntled
displeased
fed up
fretful
frustrated
grouchy
grumbling
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